Dry Creek, AK

Alaska

Dry Creek is a small town in Alaska with a population of 147.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
147 Population 1/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $38,840 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
27°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Dry Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population147
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,840
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,055M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp27°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation3,236 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband40.0%
Libraries3

Is Dry Creek a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dry Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F. Winters average -7°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 57.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Dry Creek has a population of 147 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

147
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
140.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68%
Female 32%

Race & Ethnicity

Dry Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dry Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dry Creek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dry Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,840
Avg Weekly Wage$1,733
IRS Avg AGI$77,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)257
County GDP$1,055M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare12
Retail33
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home61.1%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied10.7%

Property Tax

In Dry Creek, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dry Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.9%
Checkup Rate59.5%
Premature Death9,720/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access27.1%
Healthcare Facilities12

Crime Rates: Dry Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Dry Creek has an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -7°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-7°F Jan (-22°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average27.2°F
50% below US avg
January Average-7°F (-22°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall57.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,236 ft (986 m)
Area140.2 sq mi (363.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates63.6266°N, 144.6392°W
County FIPS02240
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 40.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area140.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants25
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home61.1%

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