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As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for Shishmaref is approximately 6.921% (6.958% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.
View current rates for ShishmarefThe median home value in Shishmaref is $103k. The median monthly rent is $1,046. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $626/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $27k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Shishmaref is $54k/year.
Calculate your buying powerThe largest employment sectors in Shishmaref are public administration (32%) and information and media (21%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.