Arctic Village, AK

Alaska

Arctic Village is a small town in Alaska with a population of 177. Residents earn $39,750 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
177 Population 3/sq mi density
$39,750 Median Income $15,112 per capita
$38,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$39,750 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,400 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,750
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,400
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.4%
315% higher than US avg

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

People

Population177
Median Age19.8 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

C
Median Income$39,750
Per Capita$15,112
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty51.4%
Commute4 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease9.4%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation2,068 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+78.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute4 min
Broadband65.0%

Is Arctic Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arctic Village 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Arctic Village has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arctic Village is $39,750, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 51.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arctic Village is $38,400, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Arctic Village has a population of 177 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 19.8 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.7%), with 2.3% White.

Population

177
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
19.8yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
63.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Arctic Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.9%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.1%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Arctic Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arctic Village is $39,750, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 51.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.

Income: Arctic Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,750
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate51.4%
315% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time3.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Arctic Village is $38,400, 86% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,400
86% 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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

In Arctic Village, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arctic Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes16.6%
Heart Disease9.4%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma13.8%
COPD10.7%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress21.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate66.7%

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,068 ft (630 m)
Area63.6 sq mi (164.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates68.1654°N, 145.4014°W
4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 65.0% 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+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+78.0%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area63.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute3.5 min
Work from Home0.0%
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