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Deering, AK
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Deering, AK
At a Glance
How Deering Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Deering's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Deering a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Deering residents earn a median household income of $55,625 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,618. The unemployment rate stands at 12.2% (239% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 290 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Deering is $106,300 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $625/month, with 13.3% 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
Deering reports 1,490 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 292% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,348/100K.
Education
12.6% of adults in Deering hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Deering has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.