Diamond Ridge, AK

Alaska

Diamond Ridge is a small town in Alaska with a population of 1,338. Residents earn $80,417 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,338 Population 32/sq mi density
$80,417 Median Income $42,752 per capita
$312,200 Home Value $329,734 Zillow
$1,500 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,417 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$312,200 home value, $1,500/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,417
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $312,200
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,500
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

How Diamond Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,338
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,417
Per Capita$42,752
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$312,200
Rent$1,500
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,734

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Elevation880 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.6%
High School+95.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute20 min
Libraries11

Is Diamond Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Diamond Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Diamond Ridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Diamond Ridge is $80,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Diamond Ridge is $312,200, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Diamond Ridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches, including 100.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Diamond Ridge has a population of 1,338 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

1,338
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
42.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diamond Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Diamond Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Diamond Ridge is $80,417, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Diamond Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,417
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,752
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$85,064

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,368
County GDP$3,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants314
Healthcare271
Retail270
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Diamond Ridge is $312,200, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,500 (29% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,734.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$312,200
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$329,734

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,500
29% above 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-Occupied93.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Diamond Ridge, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Diamond Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate62.9%
Premature Death8,874/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities271

Crime Rates: Diamond Ridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Diamond Ridge has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.7 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall100.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation880 ft (268 m)
Area42.4 sq mi (109.8 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates59.7024°N, 151.5546°W
County FIPS02122
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above 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+43.6%
29% above US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score4.86
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area42.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants314
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home12.8%

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