Crooked Creek, AK

Alaska

Crooked Creek is a small town in Alaska with a population of 18.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
18 Population 0/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $23,378 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
29°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 68.8%
1811% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.9%
246% higher than US avg

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

People

Population18
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,378
Unemployment68.8%
Poverty42.9%
County GDP$837M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp29°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Elevation790 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+75.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband11.0%
Libraries2

Is Crooked Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crooked Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Crooked Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 68.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 42.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Crooked Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches, including 86.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Crooked Creek has a population of 18 with a density of 0 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

18
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
100.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.3%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.7%
166% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crooked Creek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 68.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 42.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Crooked Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,378
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment68.8%
1811% above US avg
Poverty Rate42.9%
246% above US avg
Establishments (County)303
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare11
Retail55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied11.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
In Crooked Creek, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma12.9%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress19.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%
Checkup Rate60.2%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.9/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Crooked Creek has an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-6°F Jan (-21°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average28.9°F
46% below US avg
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall86.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation790 ft (241 m)
Area100.6 sq mi (260.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates61.7967°N, 158.0810°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+75.0%
School Test Score4.86
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area100.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%
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