Circle, AK

Alaska · Metropolitan Area

Circle is a small town in Alaska with a population of 48. Residents earn $32,500 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
48 Population 0/sq mi density
$32,500 Median Income $26,654 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
23°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$32,500 median income, 6.7% unemployment
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.4%
258% higher than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$32,500
Per Capita$26,654
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty44.4%
County GDP$7,891M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp23°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation599 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+53.3%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband30.0%
Libraries3

Is Circle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Circle receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Circle has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Circle is $32,500, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 44.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Circle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -16°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Circle has a population of 48 with a density of 0 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

48
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
106.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.1%
Female 72.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Circle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.3%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.7%
249% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Circle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Circle is $32,500, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 44.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Circle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,500
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,654
Avg Weekly Wage$1,340
IRS Avg AGI$83,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate44.4%
258% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,441
County GDP$7,891M

Business (County)

Restaurants247
Healthcare325
Retail270
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,621
89% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home23.1%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied63.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,621
89% above US avg
In Circle, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma13.5%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate59.6%
Premature Death8,713/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities325

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Circle has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -16°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-16°F Jan (-27°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average23.0°F
57% below US avg
January Average-16°F (-27°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation599 ft (183 m)
Area106.0 sq mi (274.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates65.8386°N, 144.1753°W
County FIPS02090
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% 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+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+53.3%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area106.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities325
Restaurants247
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home23.1%
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