Aleknagik, AK

Alaska

Aleknagik is a small town in Alaska with a population of 109. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
109 Population 4/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $32,580 per capita
$84,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,200 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $84,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans90.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$32,580
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$324M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation23 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+96.5%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute9 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries1

Is Aleknagik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aleknagik receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Aleknagik offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aleknagik is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aleknagik is $84,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Aleknagik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 47.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Aleknagik has a population of 109 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.2%), with 2.8% White.

Population

109
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
26.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Aleknagik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.8%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.2%
230% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Aleknagik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aleknagik is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Aleknagik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,580
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$61,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)152
County GDP$324M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare12
Retail19
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.7 min
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Aleknagik is $84,200, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,200
70% 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-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
Effective Rate5.94%
In Aleknagik, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma13.4%
COPD10.6%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress19.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.8%
Checkup Rate63.1%
Premature Death20,904/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access46.5%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Aleknagik has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall47.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area26.6 sq mi (68.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates59.2890°N, 158.6643°W
County FIPS02070
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 42.0% 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+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score4.86
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area26.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.7 min
Work from Home14.3%

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