The RIDICULOUSLY expensive cost of living in Nome, Alaska (you won't believe how much water costs)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ต.ค. 2021
- This week dad (Steve Riedel) joins me and Alex to show you just how expensive it is to live in Nome! We shop for groceries, beer, vehicles, utilities, and other regular goods and services and compare those prices to those you might find in a big city like Seattle, Washington.
Alaska consistently ranks at the top of the list of highest-cost of living states in the US because of its extreme weather, lack of infrastructure, remoteness, and low population density. However, Alaska is divided even further between those who live on the road system that is connected to Canada and the US, and those who don't. And for those places aren't connected to the road, like Nome, the costs of local goods and services can make your jaw drop.
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We did a follow-up video about the ridiculously expensive cost of living in HAWAII and how that compares to Alaska? Which one do you think is pricier? Find out:
My entire family is from Nome or King island and this comment section is hilarious 😂. The majority of all grocery store items are shipped by plane year round and the summer months are incredible short compared to other places around the world. My entire family is full of highly experienced hunters that provides subsistence for the elderly members and the food supply carries them through the year. A person could potentially survive the entire winter with the numerous varieties of berries available around the lands during the summer months. Long story short this video is covering the convenience of standard living for those people who don't know how to live off the land.
My nexct door neighbor works exclusively in Alaska as a contractor. He owns a shed up there somewhere. He stores all his equipment there. Brings all his crew up from Florida with him. They make almost 3x what they can make doing the same work here in florida. It does cost more to live there though, but they mostly sleep in the building he has. They also bring a truckload of supplies from Florida so they dont have to buy stuff like Water at $10 a bottle. Doing that allows him to work 2 - 3 months up there, then come home for a month then back again. He only works about 8 months a year and takes home over double what he would make here after all the bills are paid.
Back in the '80s, I was getting constant telemarketing calls. They would even leave messages on my answering machine.
This explains a lot. I used to play video games about a decade ago, and I met this girl online that shared several interests with me. I really should have taken her up on the offer to go up there in the off season and keep her warm. She warned me about the economy. But the thing I remember most about the way she described her little Coastal village in Alaska, was that it was a small Drinking Village, with a Fishing Problem. Databyter
I was stationed at Ft. Rich, then came back and eventually retired there. If you live in a big town, things can be much less. Much of the high prices are a residue of the "Pipeline days". A lot of big money and high paying jobs, and peoples greed, eventually caused things to become more expensive.
That's why a lot of the people still live off the land. Seeing relatives post the cost of living of just detergent is insane. Thank you for bringing awareness 🙌🏽
OOOOHHHH This was like seeing old friends that you care about and wish the best for but some how lost touch! It was sooo nice to see that you and your dad are still hanging in there. Take care Emily and thanks for sharing!
I loved the part where your dad said he loaned you a down filled jacket he'd bought for $20 and it disappeared. I am a dad with two grown daughters and many an item was "loaned" and disappeared. Your dad obviously loves you very much.
Hello Emily, just come across your channel.
As a truck driver I have this to say. The cost to hire a semi truck to drive to Alaska ranges from $15,000 to $30,000 depending on what the commodity is and how far it travels.
According to people that live in Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, etc., Amazon Prime is a way of life in Alaska. There is no next day or two day shipping, but they can purchase goods at reasonable prices without paying for extra shipping costs. It may take three or four weeks for an overnight package to arrive, but they were at least able to purchase items at regular market value. They certainly have to plan ahead, however.
Interesting, thanks for sharing. I worked in Alaska twice for a few months each time, so I have developed an interest in the state and it's lifestyle/way of life.
Huge fan of Bering Sea Gold! Thanks for the video! really puts things in perspective and definitely makes me feel more submersed in show. I really had no clue expenses are that high, I feel you guys now when you guys say "we're finally making money!" 😂 Good luck and hopefully see you on the Bearing Sea tide in the future!
I'd definitely be hunting and fishing myself with those kind of store prices. Getting my own water too. $42 dollars for an 18 pack. My goodness.
I'm absolutely shocked at the high food and clothing cost. In Ohio 48 bottles of water 16.9 oz per bottle. The entire case at Costco is roughly $ 2.50 cent. The Snickers bars would be half of what was mentioned. I couldn't afford to live there. Thanks for sharing.
Makes a ton of sense when you think about it, but myself not being an Alaskan, I’ve never thought about it haha. Super enlightening video, absolutely insane prices. I’ve seen a lot of people comment how living off the land is how people get by, and major respect for you if that’s what you do. As an urban/suburban troglodyte however, I am very good on that. Would love to visit one day however, summers look beautiful.
I didnt knew you had a channel, always watched the show, love your work Emily
I used to watch the show in the beginning but Repeats here in the UK made it difficult. Seeing your shopping video reminded me of how good it used be, enjoyed the video 📹and found the cost of Internet jaw dropping. Good luck with all you do, cheers 👍
I’ve experienced this first hand while inland dredging the Kougarok River. I remember fuel at $5/gal in 2017, it’s probably