Delta Junction, AK

Alaska · Metropolitan Area

Delta Junction is a small town in Alaska with a population of 1,154. Residents earn $85,694 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,154 Population 83/sq mi density
$85,694 Median Income $45,210 per capita
$268,700 Home Value $320,632 Zillow
$1,155 Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,694 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$268,700 home value, $1,155/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,694
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,700
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,155
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

How Delta Junction Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,154
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,694
Per Capita$45,210
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$7,891M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,700
Rent$1,155
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$320,632

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Elevation1,145 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+95.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute17 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Delta Junction a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delta Junction receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Delta Junction stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delta Junction is $85,694, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delta Junction is $268,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,155 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Delta Junction has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches, including 45.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Delta Junction has a population of 1,154 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 8.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,154
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
13.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Delta Junction vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.5%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.5%
8% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Delta Junction vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delta Junction is $85,694, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Delta Junction vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,694
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,210
Avg Weekly Wage$1,340
IRS Avg AGI$83,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,441
County GDP$7,891M

Business (County)

Restaurants247
Healthcare325
Retail270
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,621
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Delta Junction is $268,700, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,155 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,632.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,700
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$320,632

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,155
1% below US avg

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-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,621
89% above US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Delta Junction, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Delta Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Checkup Rate64.4%
Premature Death8,713/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities325

Crime Rates: Delta Junction vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Delta Junction has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-3°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-5°F Jan (-21°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average27.5°F
49% below US avg
January Average-5°F (-21°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.4 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall45.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Area13.9 sq mi (35.9 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates64.0573°N, 145.7000°W
County FIPS02090
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area13.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities325
Restaurants247
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Work from Home7.1%

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