Akhiok, AK

Alaska

Akhiok is a small town in Alaska with a population of 117. Residents earn $84,135 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
117 Population 16/sq mi density
$84,135 Median Income $19,578 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$84,135 median income, 13.2% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,135
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.2%
267% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Akhiok Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population117
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans90.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,135
Per Capita$19,578
Unemployment13.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$989M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation353 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+51.9%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Libraries4

Is Akhiok a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akhiok receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Akhiok has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Akhiok is $84,135, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Akhiok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Akhiok has a population of 117 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

117
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
7.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Akhiok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Akhiok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akhiok is $84,135, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Akhiok vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,135
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$19,578
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$76,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.2%
267% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)475
County GDP$989M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare42
Retail36
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,061
1 Bedroom$1,194
2 Bedrooms$1,467
3 Bedrooms$1,941
4 Bedrooms$2,304

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg

Health Metrics: Akhiok vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.6%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities42

Crime Rates: Akhiok vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Akhiok has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation353 ft (108 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates56.9483°N, 154.2153°W
County FIPS02150
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+51.9%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area7.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants49
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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