Cordova, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Chugach Census Area County
Cordova, AK
At a Glance
How Cordova Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cordova's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cordova a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cordova residents earn a median household income of $88,538 , which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,550. The unemployment rate stands at 10.9% (203% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 399 business establishments, including 53 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cordova is $384,500 , 36% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $388,546. Median rent is $1,359/month, with 25.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Cordova reports 230 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 92/100K.
Education
28.4% of adults in Cordova hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 97.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cordova has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 86.2 inches.