Craig, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area County
Craig, AK
At a Glance
How Craig Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Craig's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Craig a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Craig residents earn a median household income of $67,788 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,602. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 231 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Craig is $244,400 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $294,630. Median rent is $1,142/month, with 26.8% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Craig reports 288 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 192/100K.
Education
20.9% of adults in Craig hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Craig has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 99.9 inches.