Angoon, AK

Alaska

Angoon is a small town in Alaska with a population of 467. Residents earn $45,938 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
467 Population 19/sq mi density
$45,938 Median Income $25,726 per capita
$191,700 Home Value
$581 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$45,938 median income, 15.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$191,700 home value, $581/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,938
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,700
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $581
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.2%
322% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 12%

Economy

C
Median Income$45,938
Per Capita$25,726
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$735M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$191,700
Rent$581
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain128.1 in/yr
Elevation592 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+85.9%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Angoon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Angoon receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Angoon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Angoon is $45,938, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.2%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Angoon is $191,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $581 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Angoon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 128.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Angoon has a population of 467 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (82.9%), with 11.8% White.

Population

467
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
24.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Angoon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.7%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.3%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Angoon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Angoon is $45,938, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Angoon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,938
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,726
Avg Weekly Wage$1,184
IRS Avg AGI$87,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)413
County GDP$735M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare23
Retail52
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,781
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Angoon is $191,700, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $581 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,700
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$581
50% 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-Occupied61.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,781
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.49%
In Angoon, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.3%
Checkup Rate66.7%
Premature Death7,687/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities23

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Angoon has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 128.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall128.1 inches
237% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation592 ft (180 m)
Area24.5 sq mi (63.5 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates57.4413°N, 134.4784°W
County FIPS02220
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.1% 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.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+85.9%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area24.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants40
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home2.2%

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