Anderson, AK

Alaska

Anderson is a small town in Alaska with a population of 160. Residents earn $101,250 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
160 Population 4/sq mi density
$101,250 Median Income $41,338 per capita
$176,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
27°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,100 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,250
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $176,100
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population160
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,250
Per Capita$41,338
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$413M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp27°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Elevation561 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute18 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries3

Is Anderson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anderson receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Anderson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anderson is $101,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Anderson among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anderson is $176,100, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Anderson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F. Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Anderson has a population of 160 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 5.6% Hispanic, 4.4% Black.

Population

160
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
42.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Anderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Anderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anderson is $101,250, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Anderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,250
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,338
Avg Weekly Wage$1,289
IRS Avg AGI$78,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)147
County GDP$413M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare3
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Anderson is $176,100, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,100
38% 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-Occupied86.5%

Property Tax

In Anderson, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate66.6%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Anderson has an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-8°F Jan (-22°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average27.3°F
49% below US avg
January Average-8°F (-22°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.1 inches
63% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area42.2 sq mi (109.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates64.3083°N, 149.1632°W
County FIPS02068
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 55.0% 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+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area42.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants38
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home2.5%

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