Elfin Cove, AK

Alaska

Elfin Cove is a small town in Alaska with a population of 13.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
13 Population 0/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°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
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13
Median AgeN/A
Density0/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$144M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain104.0 in/yr
Elevation673 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband9.0%
Libraries3

Is Elfin Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elfin Cove 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, high health insurance coverage. Elfin Cove 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

Elfin Cove is a highly educated community — 100.0% 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

Elfin Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 104.0 inches, including 110.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Elfin Cove has a population of 13 with a density of 0 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

13
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
168.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Elfin Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elfin Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elfin Cove 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: Elfin Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$62,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)146
County GDP$144M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare8
Retail18
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

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

Health Metrics: Elfin Cove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access37.9%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Elfin Cove has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation is 104.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall104.0 inches
174% above US avg
Snowfall110.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area168.4 sq mi (436.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates58.0877°N, 136.2883°W
County FIPS02105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 9.0% 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+100.0%
197% 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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area168.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants13
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Elfin Cove with another city: