Buckland, AK

Alaska

Buckland is a small town in Alaska with a population of 629. Residents earn $56,136 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
629 Population 874/sq mi density
$56,136 Median Income $17,089 per capita
$72,000 Home Value
$1,054 Median Rent
23°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$56,136 median income, 17.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,000 home value, $1,054/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,136
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,054
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.7%
392% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population629
Median Age21.6 yrs
Density874/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,136
Per Capita$17,089
Unemployment17.7%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$744M
Commute3 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$1,054
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease9.8%

Climate

Avg Temp23°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation23 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+83.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute3 min
Libraries1

Is Buckland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckland receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Buckland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckland is $56,136, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.7%, unemployment is notably high. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buckland is $72,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Buckland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Buckland has a population of 629 with a density of 874 people per square mile. The median age is 21.6 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.2%), with 3.8% White.

Population

629
Total Population
874
People / sq mi
21.6yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.7%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.3%
44% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Buckland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckland is $56,136, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes.

Income: Buckland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,136
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,089
Avg Weekly Wage$1,724
IRS Avg AGI$61,838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.7%
392% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$744M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time3.4 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckland is $72,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,054 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,000
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,054
9% 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-Occupied78.1%

Property Tax

In Buckland, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 35.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes17.2%
Heart Disease9.8%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma13.6%
COPD10.9%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity35.0%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress21.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%
Checkup Rate66.2%
Premature Death19,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access3.1%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Buckland has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average23.2°F
57% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density874/sq mi
Coordinates65.9765°N, 161.1394°W
County FIPS02188
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% 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+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density874/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute3.4 min
Work from Home11.0%

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