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Frequently Asked Questions |
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Below are answers to a few questions often asked by those moving to Unalaska/Dutch Harbor. We at the Unalaska/Dutch Harbor CVB would be happy to answer any further questions you may have. Contact us at (907)-581-2612. Hours: 8:00 am-5:00 pm Monday-Friday (Alaska Central Time). |
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What is the time difference from the ‘Lower 48’? Dutch Harbor/Unalaska is in the Alaska Central Time Zone meaning we are 4 hours behind Eastern Standard Time and 1 hour behind Pacific Standard Time. What is the Population? Approximately 4,300 year-round residents and 5,000-10,000 seasonal transient workers. How many miles of road? Approximately 7 miles of paved road and 38 miles of road total. Do the people from the "Deadliest Catch" live in town? No, they only come for the fishing season. Most of them live in the continental U.S. What is there to do when you aren’t working? Check out the rest of this website! Will my cell phone work in Dutch Habor? No! Well, not exactly. You will not have cell phone reception with the plan you currently have in the continental U.S. However, if you bring your phone with you and purchase an Unalaska/Dutch Harbor SIM card (the wireless provider here can do this for you) you will receive an Unalaska phone number and be able to use your phone. How does the cost of living in Unalaska compare with other areas? Video Rental—$2.99 new releases 16 oz. Latte—$3.75 Gallon of Gasoline—$4.50 Gallon of Milk—$4.75 2 Bedroom unfurnished apartment without utilities—$1,000-$1,300 month 3 Bedroom unfurnished apartment without utilities—$1,400-$1,800 month Dinner for two at a local restaurant—$30-$40 Check-up at Clinic—$105-$160 Living in Unalaska—Priceless! |