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Aklavik, NT

Northwest Territories

Aklavik is a small town in Northwest Territories with a population of 536. Residents earn $55,200 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
536 Population 113/sq mi density
$55,200 Median Income $40,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$372 Median Rent 7.0% income on rent
17°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$55,200 median income, 18.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $372/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,200
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $372
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.6%
417% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population536
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,200
Per Capita$40,800
Unemployment18.6%
Poverty22.4%
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$372
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units215
Rent Burden7.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp17°F (-9°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+22.0%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute13 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Aklavik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aklavik receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Aklavik has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aklavik is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aklavik is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $372 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Aklavik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 17°F. Winters average -18°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches, including 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Aklavik has a population of 536 with a density of 113 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.8% female and 54.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.7% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

536
Total Population
2021 Census
113
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Aklavik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
15% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages9.3%

Social Characteristics

Aklavik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aklavik is $55,200, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,800. The unemployment rate is 18.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Aklavik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,200
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.6%
417% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Drive Alone44.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Aklavik is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $372 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 215 total housing units in the city. 7.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$372
68% below US avg
Rent Burden7.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied30.2%
Renter-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units215

Property Tax

In Aklavik, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Aklavik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 17°F (-9°C). Winters average -18°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 75°F. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

-18°F Jan (-28°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average16.7°F
69% below US avg
January Average-18°F (-28°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.5 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall5.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates68.2191°N, 135.0107°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -18°F (-28°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February -14°F (-26°C) 0.5 in
March -8°F (-22°C) 0.6 in
April 10°F (-13°C) 0.3 in Driest
May 31°F (-0°C) 0.6 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.8 in
July 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in Wettest
September 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
October 19°F (-7°C) 1.3 in
November -5°F (-21°C) 0.8 in
December -12°F (-25°C) 0.6 in

Aklavik has a seasonal temperature swing of 74°F — from -18°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.7") and April the driest (0.3").

3.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.0% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 44.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+22.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Drive Alone44.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Aklavik

What is the population of Aklavik?

Aklavik has a population of 536 residents and is located in Northwest Territories. The population density is 113 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.8% female and 54.2% male.

Is Aklavik expensive to live in?

Aklavik is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $55,200, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $372 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Aklavik?

Aklavik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 17°F (-9°C). Winter temperatures average -18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.5 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Aklavik?

The job market in Aklavik faces challenges, with unemployment at 18.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Aklavik?

The median home value in Aklavik is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $372.

How are the schools in Aklavik?

3.7% of adults in Aklavik hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.0% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Aklavik?

The obesity rate in Aklavik is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Aklavik?

The average commute in Aklavik is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 44.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Aklavik?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Aklavik is 99.1% White. 90.7% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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