Anaktuvuk Pass, AK

Alaska

Anaktuvuk Pass is a small town in Alaska with a population of 277. Residents earn $83,250 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
277 Population 53/sq mi density
$83,250 Median Income $24,486 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
$1,143 Median Rent
23°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$83,250 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $1,143/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,250
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,143
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.5%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population277
Median Age23.2 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$83,250
Per Capita$24,486
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$8,088M
Commute5 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$1,143
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp23°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Elevation2,232 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+88.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute5 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries8

Is Anaktuvuk Pass a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anaktuvuk Pass receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Anaktuvuk Pass offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anaktuvuk Pass is $83,250, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anaktuvuk Pass is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,143 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Anaktuvuk Pass has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Anaktuvuk Pass has a population of 277 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 23.2 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.8%), with 1.8% White.

Population

277
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
23.2yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Anaktuvuk Pass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.6%
28% below US avg
Spanish43.4%
224% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Anaktuvuk Pass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anaktuvuk Pass is $83,250, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Anaktuvuk Pass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,250
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,486
Avg Weekly Wage$2,472
IRS Avg AGI$65,561

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)225
County GDP$8,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare8
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,233
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.4 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Anaktuvuk Pass is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,143 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,143
2% below US avg

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-Occupied48.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,233
78% above US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In Anaktuvuk Pass, 47.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Anaktuvuk Pass vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.5%
48% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma13.2%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death9,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access6.7%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Anaktuvuk Pass has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-23°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average22.6°F
58% below US avg
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,232 ft (680 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates68.1498°N, 151.6971°W
County FIPS02185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 67.0% 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+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density53/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants21
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.4 min
Work from Home9.1%
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