Alatna, AK

Alaska

Alatna is a small town in Alaska with a population of 22.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
22 Population 1/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $34,600 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
24°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population22
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,600
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$384M
Commute3 min

Housing

Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp24°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain16.0 in/yr
Elevation582 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+95.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute3 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries11

Is Alatna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alatna receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Alatna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alatna is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Alatna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F. Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.0 inches, including 97.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Alatna has a population of 22 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

22
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
36.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Alatna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.3%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.7%
211% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Alatna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alatna is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes.

Income: Alatna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,600
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$46,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)237
County GDP$384M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare3
Retail29

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time2.8 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alatna is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate38.9%
Premature Death22,704/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.7/10
Exercise Access19.5%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Alatna has an average annual temperature of 24°F (-5°C). Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-11°F Jan (-24°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average23.9°F
56% below US avg
January Average-11°F (-24°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.0 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall97.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation582 ft (177 m)
Area36.9 sq mi (95.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates66.5638°N, 152.8385°W
County FIPS02290
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 17.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area36.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants8
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute2.8 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
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