Alaska has adequate numbers of qualified people to fill most jobs. A Caution: Exercise caution when you see books or ads that guarantee “big money jobs” in Alaska. Many simply offer names of companies and require you to find your own job. Why is it so hard to find a […]
You can absolutely plan a trip to Alaska without a car! If you are a bit thoughtful about where you go you can make sure to have an amazing car free adventure. In some parts of the state, like Denali and most of Southeast Alaska, you’re going to be happier […]
A study by the National Institute for Early Education Research announced the ranking in our nation for the best and worst Early Education Systems, with Alaska coming in ninth place. Does Alaska have good education? Public schools across the state are ranked among the finest in the nation and the […]
10 Tips For Relocating Without a Job Do Your Homework. Whether you’re relocating to New York or Washington, it pays to have an understanding of what you’re up against. Make Friends Early On. Know What To Pack. 4 Prepare Your Resume. Check Your Funds. Look For Side-Jobs. Settle Debts. Keep […]
Here are the best colleges in Alaska University of Alaska–Anchorage. Alaska Pacific University. University of Alaska–Fairbanks. University of Alaska–Southeast. Ilisagvik College. What is the number one school in Alaska? Alaska High School Rankings School Rank School District 1 Mat-Su Career & Technical Educational High School Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District 2 […]
How to Move with No Money 1 Relocate to a town with a low cost of living. 2 Apply for a driveaway company. 3 Move to a place with a relocation initiative. 4 Borrow a friend’s car. 5 Move with a friend. 6 Lease a sublet. 7 Couch surf at […]
Saskatchewan, Canada Saskatchewan’s Graduate Retention Program aims to keep college graduates in the province by offering $20,000 CAD (around $15,000 USD) in tax returns. Canada will pay you to live there over the course of 10 years while you live there and file taxes. How much money does Canada pay […]
Alaska. The price of cigarettes in Alaska is $9.79, resulting in annual expenses of $1,018, making the Final Frontier one of the places with the highest tobacco prices by state. How much is a pack of cigarettes in Alaska? Cigarette Prices by State 2022 State Price Tax Alaska $10.46 $2.00 […]
State Gas Price Averages State Regular Premium Alaska $5.197 $5.597 Alabama $4.294 $4.962 Arkansas $4.114 $4.735 Arizona $4.925 $5.471 Is gas in Alaska expensive? According to AAA, Alaska’s current gas prices are a little higher than the national average. You can expect to pay about 20cts more per gallon of […]
Of all the states, Alaska and Wyoming pay the most for used cars. Alaska and Wyoming have used car prices that are 20% greater than the national average, and 31% more than the state where used cars are most affordable (Indiana). What is the cheapest state to buy a car […]
Fairbanks certainly isn’t known for its public transportation, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be able to get around. A season in Fairbanks without your own vehicle is perfectly doable. A little creativity goes a long way, and tapping into the tourism infrastructure can open up all sorts of adventures. […]
The federal and state agencies in Alaska do not offer free land. The State of Alaska’s Department of Natural Resources however does have a Public Land Sale program and some other organizations in Alaska may occasionally offer land for sale to private citizens. Can you just claim land in Alaska? […]
For less-strenuous activities, heavy bibs and parkas are popular because they’ll keep you very warm when you’re stationary and they’ll block the wind well. If you’re hiking, skiing, or on snow shoes, you’ll want to move with your lighter layers, but still be able to carry warm, outer insulating layers […]
Normal lows in Anchorage are in the low teens Fahrenheit (or negative teens Celsius), compared to Fairbanks, which typically sees lows around -15°F to -20°F (-26°C to -28°C). Is Fairbanks better than Anchorage? Overall Anchorage is the best choice when deciding where to start your trip. If you plan your […]
The cost of living in Anchorage, AK is 9.8% higher than in Fairbanks, AK. Which city is better Anchorage or Fairbanks? Anchorage has a big edge with over 300,000 residents and Fairbanks sits around 32,000. Anchorage has a much larger airport with more planes flying to it daily. And overall […]