Median Income
$112,273
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
60.0%
78% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,141
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Cold Bay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population153
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Economy
A+
Median Income$112,273
Per Capita$56,736
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$289M
Commute4 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,141
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp39°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Elevation122 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+60.0%
High School+98.0%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 51%
Commute4 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries1
Is Cold Bay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cold Bay receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Cold Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cold Bay is $112,273, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places Cold Bay among higher-income communities. 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 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month.
Education
Cold Bay is a highly educated community — 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Cold Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 67.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Cold Bay has a population of 153 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (32%), with 16.3% Hispanic.
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 79.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Spanish | 20.5% |
| 53% above US avg |
The median household income in Cold Bay is $112,273, which is 49% 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 4 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $112,273 |
| 49% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $56,736 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,373 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,310 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 97 |
| County GDP | $289M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 4.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,141 |
| 2% below 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
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Cold Bay vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.9% |
| |
| Premature Death | 4,200/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 27.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Cold Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Cold Bay has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
52°F Jul (11°C)
| Annual Average | 39.3°F |
| 27% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.7 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 67.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 122 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 53.4 sq mi (138.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.2155°N, 162.7755°W |
| County FIPS | 02013 |