Emmonak, AK

Alaska

Emmonak is a small town in Alaska with a population of 945. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
945 Population 190/sq mi density
$55,417 Median Income $22,719 per capita
$116,500 Home Value
$1,006 Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$55,417 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,500 home value, $1,006/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,417
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,006
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.9%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population945
Median Age28.1 yrs
Density190/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,417
Per Capita$22,719
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$181M
Commute7 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,500
Rent$1,006
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease10.4%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation12 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+79.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute7 min

Is Emmonak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emmonak receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Emmonak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emmonak is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emmonak is $116,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,006 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Emmonak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 80.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Emmonak has a population of 945 with a density of 190 people per square mile. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (91.7%), with 7.4% Black.

Population

945
Total Population
190
People / sq mi
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Emmonak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.4%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.6%
136% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Emmonak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emmonak is $55,417, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Emmonak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,417
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,719
Avg Weekly Wage$748
IRS Avg AGI$27,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$181M

Business (County)

Healthcare6
Retail26

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.6 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Emmonak is $116,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,006 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,500
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,006
13% below US avg

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-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

In Emmonak, 46.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.9%
46% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease10.4%
High Blood Pressure42.0%
Asthma14.1%
COPD12.5%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity38.1%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress23.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Checkup Rate65.4%
Premature Death24,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Emmonak has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average28.0°F
48% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall80.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates62.7756°N, 164.5093°W
County FIPS02158
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+79.1%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density190/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities6
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.6 min
Work from Home15.7%

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