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Carmacks, YT

Yukon

Carmacks is a small town in Yukon with a population of 588. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
588 Population 41/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $49,400 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$745 Median Rent 7.7% income on rent
26°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $745/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $745
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population588
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$49,400
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty14.4%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$745
Ownership40.4%
Housing Units260
Rent Burden7.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp26°F (-3°C)
Rain10.2 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min

Is Carmacks a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carmacks is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carmacks is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $745 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Carmacks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -12°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.2 inches.

Carmacks has a population of 588 with a density of 41 people per square mile, spread across 14.2 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 4.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.6% of residents.

Population

588
Total Population
2021 Census
41
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
14.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Carmacks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 13.6%

Social Characteristics

Carmacks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carmacks is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $950, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Carmacks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,400
Avg Weekly Wage$950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Carmacks is $180,000, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $745 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 40.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 260 total housing units in the city. 7.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$745
36% below US avg
Rent Burden7.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership40.4%
Owner-Occupied40.4%
Renter-Occupied36.5%
Housing Units260

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Carmacks receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Carmacks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -12°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 70°F. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,726 feet.

Temperature

-12°F Jan (-25°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average26.4°F
51% below US avg
January Average-12°F (-25°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)
Area14.2 sq mi (36.9 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates62.0884°N, 136.2930°W
TimezoneAmerica/Whitehorse

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.2"
73% below US avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.24"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Feb 26, 2025.

Apr 4, 1990 83 km NW of Whitehorse, Canada M4.6 87 km
Dec 7, 1993 152 km SSE of Dawson City, Canada M4.5 124 km
Apr 26, 1990 177 km ESE of Dawson City, Canada M4.4 134 km
Jan 30, 2008 177 km N of Haines Junction, Canada M4.3 51 km
Aug 23, 2016 194 km NNE of Whitehorse, Canada M4.1 147 km
Feb 8, 2020 145 km ESE of Alcan Border, Alaska M4.0 129 km
Jan 12, 2004 48 km NW of Haines Junction, Canada M4.0 146 km
Jan 16, 1999 161 km NNE of Whitehorse, Canada M3.6 143 km
Jul 8, 2008 117 km N of Whitehorse, Canada M3.5 93 km
Jun 10, 1994 234 km SE of Dawson City, Canada M3.5 96 km
Feb 21, 2020 210 km NNE of Haines Junction, Canada M3.5 61 km
Feb 23, 2020 118 km N of Whitehorse, Canada M3.5 62 km
Apr 24, 2020 188 km NNE of Whitehorse, Canada M3.3 130 km
Mar 18, 2019 120 km NNW of Whitehorse, Canada M3.2 47 km
Jan 31, 2025 93 km NNW of Whitehorse, Canada M3.2 74 km
Jan 26, 2005 141 km N of Whitehorse, Canada M3.1 51 km
Jan 21, 1995 234 km SE of Dawson City, Canada M3.1 99 km
Aug 7, 2006 222 km SE of Dawson City, Canada M3.0 97 km
May 11, 2006 178 km NNW of Whitehorse, Canada M3.0 16 km
Feb 6, 2022 197 km N of Haines Junction, Canada M3.0 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.5 m (8 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2024 WHITEHORSE, YUKON Meteorological 2.5 m 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fort Selkirk (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fort Selkirk Volcanic field 1,239 m (4,065 ft) Unknown 109 km
Alligator Lake Volcanic field 2,217 m (7,274 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -12°F (-25°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February -1°F (-19°C) 0.4 in
March 13°F (-11°C) 0.2 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
September 44°F (7°C) 1.1 in
October 30°F (-1°C) 0.7 in
November 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in
December -7°F (-22°C) 0.5 in

Carmacks has a seasonal temperature swing of 71°F / from -12°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.2") and April the driest (0.2").

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6.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 76.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area14.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Radio Stations near Carmacks

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Carmacks

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Carmacks Library0.0

Clinics in Carmacks

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carmacks Health Centre

Gas Stations in Carmacks

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #2703608441
Sunrise Gas Service

Airports Near Carmacks

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Braeburn AirportSmall Airport
Carmacks AirportSmall Airport
Minto LandingSmall Airport
Pelly Crossing AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Carmacks

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carmacks

What is the population of Carmacks?

Carmacks has a population of 588 residents and is located in Yukon. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 14.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.9% male.

Is Carmacks expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $745 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Carmacks safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Carmacks receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Carmacks?

Carmacks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winter temperatures average -12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.2 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Carmacks?

The job market in Carmacks faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $950. There are 18 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 4.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Carmacks?

The median home value in Carmacks is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $745. The homeownership rate is 40.4%.

How are the schools in Carmacks?

6.7% of adults in Carmacks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Carmacks?

The average commute in Carmacks is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Carmacks?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Carmacks is 93.9% White, 4.4% Asian. 85.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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