Dillingham, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Dillingham Census Area County
Dillingham, AK
At a Glance
How Dillingham Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dillingham's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dillingham a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dillingham residents earn a median household income of $99,097 , which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,779. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 152 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dillingham is $306,800 , 9% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $1,235/month, with 20.5% 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 1984.
Safety & Crime
Dillingham reports 335 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 48/100K.
Education
24.5% of adults in Dillingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dillingham has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches.