Chuathbaluk, AK

Alaska

Chuathbaluk is a small town in Alaska with a population of 89. Residents earn $30,833 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
89 Population 20/sq mi density
$30,833 Median Income $17,971 per capita
$191,700 Home Value
$1,208 Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$30,833 median income, 9.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$191,700 home value, $1,208/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,833
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,700
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,208
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.8%
156% higher than US avg

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

People

Population89
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$30,833
Per Capita$17,971
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty31.8%
County GDP$837M
Commute4 min

Housing

B
Home Value$191,700
Rent$1,208
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation135 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+76.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute4 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries2

Is Chuathbaluk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chuathbaluk receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Chuathbaluk faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chuathbaluk is $30,833, 59% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chuathbaluk is $191,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,208 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chuathbaluk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 64.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Chuathbaluk has a population of 89 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.8%), with 2.2% White.

Population

89
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Chuathbaluk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.3%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.7%
84% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chuathbaluk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chuathbaluk is $30,833, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.

Income: Chuathbaluk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,833
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,971
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.8%
156% above US avg
Establishments (County)303
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare11
Retail55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.2 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chuathbaluk is $191,700, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,208 (4% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,700
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,208
4% above 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-Occupied64.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Chuathbaluk, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma12.9%
COPD10.5%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress19.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.3%
Checkup Rate59.6%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.9/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Chuathbaluk has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall64.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates61.5739°N, 159.2470°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 30.0% 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+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+76.1%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.2 min
Work from Home11.8%
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