Addiction treatment in Alaska

Alaska has 189 listed substance use treatment facilities in 31 cities and towns. 132 accept Medicaid, 7 offer medical detox, 52 provide medication-assisted treatment, and 16 are methadone programs.

Services available statewide

Cities in Alaska

How far is treatment in Alaska?

44% of Alaska residents (about 326,316 people) live in counties more than 30 miles from the nearest medical detox program. 12 of the state's 30 counties have no listed treatment program at all. The longest trip is from Aleutians West Census Area, roughly 833 miles. See the county-by-county Alaska treatment desert report on FindRehabMap.

State help

Every state has a single state agency for substance use services that funds treatment for people without insurance. The SAMHSA Helpline can connect you with it and with Medicaid-enrolled programs in Alaska.

Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Facility details come from SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov locator and facility-provided information. Confirm services, availability and payment directly with the facility.

Talk to a treatment provider 24/7: (844) 213-1981