Chignik, AK

Alaska

Chignik is a small town in Alaska with a population of 28. Residents earn $94,167 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
28 Population 3/sq mi density
$94,167 Median Income $36,821 per capita
$116,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,700 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,167
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population28
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,167
Per Capita$36,821
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$142M
Commute3 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute3 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries3

Is Chignik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chignik receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Chignik stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chignik is $94,167, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chignik is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chignik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Chignik has a population of 28 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (89.3%), with 10.7% White.

Population

28
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
11.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.7%
Female 64.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chignik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.0%
24% below US avg
Spanish40.0%
199% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chignik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chignik is $94,167, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. 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 3 minutes.

Income: Chignik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,167
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,821
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$54,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)111
County GDP$142M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare3
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time3.0 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chignik is $116,700, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% 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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

In Chignik, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.7%
Checkup Rate58.3%
Premature Death20,073/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.8/10
Exercise Access27.5%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Chignik has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area11.0 sq mi (28.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates56.2952°N, 158.3918°W
County FIPS02164
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 21.0% 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+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score4.86
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area11.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants14
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute3.0 min
Work from Home11.8%
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