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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 80.2% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.8% |
| 48% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,538 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,550 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,442 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,832 |
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 399 |
| County GDP | $1,473M |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,227 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.36% |
| Commute Time | 7.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
| Census Median | $384,500 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $363,734 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,359 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,227 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.36% |
| Obesity | 29.0% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 18.4% |
| Mental Distress | 14.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.7% |
| Exercise Access | 66.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Total Violent | 348.9/100K |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 43.6/100K |
| Robbery | 43.6/100K |
| Assault | 261.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,264.7/100K |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 174.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,090.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 148.7 inches |
| 291% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 99.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 35 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 61.4 sq mi (158.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.5301°N, 145.6421°W |
| County FIPS | 02063 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.4% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Total Area | 61.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Retail Stores | 36 |
| Avg Commute | 7.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |