Chenega, AK

Alaska

Chenega is a small town in Alaska with a population of 54.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
54 Population 2/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,441 per capita
N/A Home Value
$506 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $506
56% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age21.5 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,441
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,473M
Commute9 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$506
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain137.9 in/yr
Elevation232 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute9 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries2

Is Chenega a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chenega receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Chenega offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $506 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chenega has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 137.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Chenega has a population of 54 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 21.5 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (55.6%), with 44.4% White.

Population

54
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
21.5yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg
29.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Chenega vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chenega vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chenega is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Chenega vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,441
Avg Weekly Wage$1,442
IRS Avg AGI$81,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)399
County GDP$1,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare24
Retail36
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,227
49% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $506 (56% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$506
56% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied18.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,227
49% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Chenega has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 137.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall137.9 inches
263% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation232 ft (71 m)
Area29.3 sq mi (75.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates60.0920°N, 147.9947°W
County FIPS02063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 16.0% 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+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area29.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants53
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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