Snow plowing in Anchorage, AK: instant price estimate
Anchorage averages about 78 inches of snow a year on roughly 48 snow days, and the season runs long. The Municipality plows residential streets in a declared "Plow Out" after the arterials are done, so driveway berms are a fact of life.
Your instant snow plowing price in Anchorage ESTIMATE
About 19 pushes in a 77.9-inch season ≈ $1,425–$2,375 for the winter. Seasonal contracts here run $400–$600.
Basis: Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found)
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What driveway plowing costs in Anchorage ESTIMATE
We found no city-specific published price page for Anchorage, so these are national ranges, labeled as such. Angi's national average is $126 ($51–$203); HomeGuide's is $81 ($44–$128). Local prices may be higher or lower.
| Driveway | Per push | Seasonal contract |
|---|---|---|
| 1-car (single) | $40–$75 | $300–$400 |
| 2-car (standard) | $75–$125 | $400–$600 |
| 3- to 4-car / large | $125–$250 | $600–$1,000 |
Source: Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found); ranges as published, fetched 2026-11-03.
Per push or seasonal in Anchorage?
Rough math, labeled as an estimate: in a normal 77.9-inch winter at one push per 4 inches, a 2-car driveway needs about 19 pushes, or $1,425–$2,375 per push in total, versus $400–$600 seasonal. Last winter's 76.7 inches would have meant about 19 pushes. Read the contract: some seasonal plans cap visits (HomeGuide), others are unlimited (Angi). Seasonal contract guide.
Anchorage snowfall: last winter vs. this winter
| Anchorage | |
|---|---|
| Last winter (2025–26), actual | 76.7 in., 1.2 in. below the 1991–2020 normal of 77.9 in. (98% of normal). Station: Anchorage Area (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData, WFO AFC), Jul 1–Jun 30 season. |
| This winter (2026–27), FORECAST | Dec–Feb temperature: Leans above normal (warmer): 40–50% chance. Dec–Feb precipitation: Equal chances (no tilt toward above, near or below normal). NOAA Climate Prediction Center seasonal outlook issued 2026-10-15 (outlook maps, GIS data). These are probabilities, not snowfall totals; CPC makes no inch forecast. Warmer-leaning winters can still bring big storms. CPC updates the outlook monthly (normally the third Thursday). |
| Normal year | 77.9 in. over about 47.5 snow days (≥0.1 in.); snowiest month on the normals: December. NOAA 1991–2020 normals via CurrentResults |
Month by month, 2025–26 vs. normal (inches)
| Month | Actual | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| Oct 2025 | 0.3 | 5.6 |
| Nov 2025 | 11.8 | 12.6 |
| Dec 2025 | 4.9 | 18.2 |
| Jan 2026 | 40.2 | 12.4 |
| Feb 2026 | 8.4 | 13.4 |
| Mar 2026 | 8.3 | 11.0 |
| Apr 2026 | 2.8 | 4.0 |
| May 2026 | T | 0.3 |
Source: NOAA Regional Climate Centers ACIS (the data behind NWS NOWData). T = trace.
Anchorage snow rules homeowners should know
- Driveway snow: Snow removal from driveways is the property owner's responsibility. Driveway snow can't be shoveled or plowed into the street right-of-way or onto sidewalks (Municipal Code 24.80.090); violations can bring a citation. Source: Municipality of Anchorage, Street Maintenance
- Residential plowing: Once arterial and collector streets are finished, a "Plow Out" is declared, with a goal of plowing every residential street at least once within 84 hours. Another snowfall of more than 4 inches pauses it. Source: Municipality of Anchorage
- Parking: Limit on-street parking during plowing. Parking in the middle of a cul-de-sac is illegal (Municipal Code 9.30.030 A13) and can mean a citation or a tow during plowing. Source: Municipality of Anchorage
Rules summarized from official pages on 2026-11-03; check the linked source before relying on a deadline.
Anchorage snow plowing FAQ
How much does snow plowing cost in Anchorage?
Using Angi's published national ranges (no city-specific Angi page found), a standard 2-car driveway runs about $75–$125 per push or $400–$600 for a seasonal contract. These are estimates from published ranges, not quotes.
How much snow did Anchorage get last winter?
76.7 inches in 2025–26, versus a 1991–2020 normal of 77.9 inches (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData).
When do I have to clear my sidewalk in Anchorage?
Snow removal from driveways is the property owner's responsibility. Driveway snow can't be shoveled or plowed into the street right-of-way or onto sidewalks (Municipal Code 24.80.090); violations can bring a citation.
Does DrivewayBlankets.com plow driveways?
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