Looking for shipping containers for sale in Alaska? First Choice Containers delivers new and used shipping containers, container offices, refrigerated containers and site buildings to Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Wasilla and Kenai, and to towns and rural properties across the state. Every container is delivered to your site, and you get a delivered price for your ZIP code before you order.
Alaska relies on containers for almost everything, from fishing gear and cannery supplies on the coast to tool stores at remote mining and oil sites. Steel containers hold up to heavy snow, wind and freeze-thaw cycles far better than wood sheds.
Popular uses for shipping containers in Alaska
- Fishing and cannery storage
- Remote mining and oil site storage
- Cabins and off-grid storage
- Construction storage
Shipping container sizes we deliver in Alaska
- Mini shipping containers: 6ft to 12ft, for small yards and tight spaces
- 10ft containers: compact storage for homes and small businesses
- 20ft shipping containers: the most popular size, about 1,170 cu ft
- 40ft shipping containers: double the space for farms, contractors and businesses
- High cube, 45ft and 53ft containers for extra height and length
Also available in Alaska: refrigerated containers, container offices, container homes, steel cabins and toilet blocks. Not sure whether to buy new or used? Compare new one-trip containers and used shipping containers.
Containers for sale in Alaska
Shipping container delivery in Alaska
We deliver throughout Alaska, including Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Wasilla and Kenai. Most containers arrive on a tilt-bed truck, which slides the container straight onto your prepared spot. A 20ft container needs about 60ft of straight-line clearance and a 40ft needs about 100ft. Where access is tight, we can arrange a crane. Ground should be firm and level; gravel, concrete blocks or railroad ties all work well. See our shipping policy for details.
Containers ship to Alaska by ocean freight through the Port of Alaska in Anchorage and other coastal ports, then by truck. Lead times are longer than in the lower 48, and the price depends on your location, so request a quote with your ZIP code.
Climate tips for containers in Alaska
Containers handle snow loads well, but clear heavy drifts from the doors and choose a roll-up door container or a container with a personnel door if you need access all winter. In deep cold, an insulated container keeps tools, paint and supplies from freezing and makes a far more comfortable workshop or office. Near the coast, choose a well-painted Corten steel container and touch up scratches quickly to slow salt-air corrosion.
Nearby states we serve
We also deliver to Washington, Oregon. See the full list of states we deliver shipping containers to.
Get a delivered price in Alaska
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver shipping containers in Alaska?
Yes. We deliver new and used shipping containers throughout Alaska, including Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Wasilla and Kenai. Request a quote with your ZIP code for a delivered price.
How much does a shipping container cost in Alaska?
The price depends on the size, condition and your delivery location. You can see current prices on our product pages, and we will quote delivery to your ZIP code in Alaska before you order.
Do I need a permit for a shipping container in Alaska?
Rules are set by your city or county in Alaska, not statewide. Storage containers on private property are often allowed, but some areas have zoning or HOA limits, and container homes and offices usually need a building permit. Check with your local planning office before delivery.
What type of container is best for Alaska's climate?
Containers handle snow loads well, but clear heavy drifts from the doors and choose a roll-up door container or a container with a personnel door if you need access all winter.
