Ekwok, AK

Alaska

Ekwok is a small town in Alaska with a population of 35. Residents earn $50,833 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
35 Population 2/sq mi density
$50,833 Median Income $22,394 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,833
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,833
Per Capita$22,394
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$324M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation97 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+60.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband19.0%
Libraries1

Is Ekwok a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ekwok receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ekwok offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ekwok is $50,833, 32% below the national average of $75,149. 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%. 60.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ekwok 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.

Ekwok has a population of 35 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.1%), with 2.9% White.

Population

35
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
16.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Ekwok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.6%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.4%
127% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ekwok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ekwok is $50,833, which is 32% below 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.

Income: Ekwok vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,833
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,394
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$61,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)152
County GDP$324M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare12
Retail19
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
In Ekwok, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma13.2%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress18.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.5%
Checkup Rate59.7%
Premature Death20,904/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access46.5%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Ekwok 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

Elevation97 ft (30 m)
Area16.8 sq mi (43.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates59.3458°N, 157.4870°W
County FIPS02070
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. 19.0% 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+60.0%
School Test Score4.86
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area16.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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