Denali Park, AK

Alaska · Metropolitan Area

Denali Park is a small town in Alaska with a population of 787. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
787 Population 4/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $126,728 per capita
$458,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$458,300 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $458,300
63% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.5%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Denali Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population787
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female86% / 14%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$126,728
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,465M
Commute13 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$458,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Elevation4,482 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+97.3%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute13 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries7

Is Denali Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Denali Park receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Denali Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denali Park is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Denali Park is $458,300, making it a premium housing market at 63% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Denali Park has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches, including 76.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Denali Park has a population of 787 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

787
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
176.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 85.6%
Female 14.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Denali Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.6%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.4%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Denali Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denali Park is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Denali Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$126,728
Avg Weekly Wage$1,122
IRS Avg AGI$86,507

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,824
County GDP$4,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants272
Healthcare399
Retail270
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,017
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.8 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Denali Park is $458,300, 63% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$458,300
63% above US avg

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-Occupied43.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,017
72% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Denali Park, 26.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Denali Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.5%
17% below US avg
Diabetes4.8%
Heart Disease2.8%
High Blood Pressure20.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.9%
Stroke1.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate55.1%
Premature Death8,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities399

Crime Rates: Denali Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Denali Park has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average28.0°F
48% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall76.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,482 ft (1,366 m)
Area176.3 sq mi (456.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates63.5730°N, 148.6737°W
County FIPS02170
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 45.0% 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+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area176.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities399
Restaurants272
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.8 min
Work from Home3.5%

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