Egegik, AK

Alaska

Egegik is a small town in Alaska with a population of 50.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
50 Population 2/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $89,854 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°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
54.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 54.2%
61% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female88% / 12%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$89,854
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$142M
Commute42 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute42 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries3

Is Egegik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Egegik receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Egegik 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%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Egegik is a highly educated community — 54.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Egegik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 47.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Egegik has a population of 50 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54%), with 28% Hispanic.

Population

50
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
29.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 88%
Female 12%

Race & Ethnicity

Egegik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.4%
30% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Egegik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Egegik is N/A. 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 42 minutes.

Income: Egegik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$89,854
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$54,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)111
County GDP$142M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare3
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Egegik vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.9%
Premature Death20,073/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.8/10
Exercise Access27.5%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Egegik 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 is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall47.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area29.6 sq mi (76.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates58.2051°N, 157.5220°W
County FIPS02164
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 54.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 10.0% 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+54.2%
61% above 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 Density2/sq mi
Total Area29.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants14
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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