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Brevig Mission, AK
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Brevig Mission, AK
At a Glance
How Brevig Mission Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brevig Mission's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brevig Mission a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brevig Mission residents earn a median household income of $55,000 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,516. The unemployment rate stands at 10.2% (183% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 48.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 290 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brevig Mission is $80,900 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $813/month, with 18.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Safety & Crime
Brevig Mission reports 1,249 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 229% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,483/100K.
Education
5.5% of adults in Brevig Mission hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below the national average). 85.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brevig Mission has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 274 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.