Cordova, AK

Alaska

Cordova is a small town in Alaska with a population of 2,405. Residents earn $88,538 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,405 Population 39/sq mi density
$88,538 Median Income $41,550 per capita
$384,500 Home Value $363,734 Zillow
$1,359 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
349 Violent Crime/100K 1,265 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$88,538 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$384,500 home value, $1,359/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
349 violent crimes/100K (8% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,538
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $384,500
36% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 349/100K
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,359
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,405
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,538
Per Capita$41,550
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,473M
Commute8 min

Housing

A
Home Value$384,500
Rent$1,359
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$363,734

Crime

F
Violent349/100K
Property1,265/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault262/100K
Burglary174/100K

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain148.7 in/yr
Elevation35 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+97.4%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute8 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Cordova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cordova receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cordova offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cordova is $88,538, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cordova is $384,500, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,359 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cordova is below the national average at 349 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,265 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cordova has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 148.7 inches, including 99.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Cordova has a population of 2,405 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.7%), with 7.8% Hispanic.

Population

2,405
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
61.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cordova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.2%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.8%
48% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cordova vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cordova is $88,538, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Cordova vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,538
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,550
Avg Weekly Wage$1,442
IRS Avg AGI$81,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)399
County GDP$1,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare24
Retail36
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,227
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.5 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cordova is $384,500, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,359 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $363,734.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$384,500
36% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$363,734

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,359
17% 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-Occupied68.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,227
49% above US avg
Effective Rate1.36%
In Cordova, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Checkup Rate65.7%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities24
Cordova has a violent crime rate of 349 per 100,000 residents, 8% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,265 per 100,000 (35% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent348.9/100K
8% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape43.6/100K
Robbery43.6/100K
Assault261.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,264.7/100K
35% below US avg
Burglary174.4/100K
Theft1,090.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Cordova has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 148.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall148.7 inches
291% above US avg
Snowfall99.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation35 ft (11 m)
Area61.4 sq mi (158.9 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates60.5301°N, 145.6421°W
County FIPS02063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score4.86
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area61.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants53
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.5 min
Work from Home3.7%

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