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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 56.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 43.4% |
| 224% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,250 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,486 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,472 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,561 |
| Unemployment | 10.7% |
| 197% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 225 |
| County GDP | $8,088M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,233 |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.53% |
| Commute Time | 5.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
| Census Median | $137,500 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,143 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,233 |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.53% |
| Obesity | 47.5% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.6% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 19.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,617/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 6.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 22.6°F |
| 58% below US avg | |
| January Average | -10°F (-23°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.9 inches |
| 58% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,232 ft (680 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 68.1498°N, 151.6971°W |
| County FIPS | 02185 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.5% |
| 87% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 67.0% |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 5.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |