Chignik Lagoon, AK

Alaska

Chignik Lagoon is a small town in Alaska with a population of 31. Residents earn $68,333 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
31 Population 2/sq mi density
$68,333 Median Income $26,835 per capita
$177,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,500 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,333
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 19%
Veterans25.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,333
Per Capita$26,835
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$142M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Elevation1,544 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+81.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute6 min
Broadband12.0%
Libraries3

Is Chignik Lagoon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chignik Lagoon receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Chignik Lagoon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chignik Lagoon is $68,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chignik Lagoon is $177,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chignik Lagoon 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 Lagoon has a population of 31 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (80.6%), with 19.4% White.

Population

31
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
13.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.7%
Female 61.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chignik Lagoon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chignik Lagoon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chignik Lagoon is $68,333, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Chignik Lagoon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,333
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,835
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$54,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)111
County GDP$142M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare3
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.2 min
Drive Alone30.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chignik Lagoon is $177,500, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,500
37% 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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.2%
Premature Death20,073/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Chignik Lagoon 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

Elevation1,544 ft (471 m)
Area13.3 sq mi (34.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates56.3043°N, 158.5003°W
County FIPS02164
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 12.0% 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+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+81.8%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area13.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants14
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.2 min
Drive Alone30.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
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