Alaska
Deering is a small town in Alaska with a population of 205. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Deering receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Deering offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Deering is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Deering is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Deering has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
| English Only | 87.4% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,625 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,618 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,447 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,367 |
| Unemployment | 12.2% |
| 239% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 290 |
| County GDP | $603M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,940 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.65% |
| Commute Time | 8.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $106,300 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $625 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,940 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.65% |
| Obesity | 43.3% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.9% |
| Heart Disease | 9.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 11.3% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 21.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 72.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.6% |
| Premature Death | 18,090/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 23.2°F |
| 57% below US avg | |
| January Average | -4°F (-20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 18 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.0695°N, 162.7646°W |
| County FIPS | 02180 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.6% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 45.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 32 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 8.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |