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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 68.4% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 31.6% |
| 136% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,417 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,719 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $748 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $27,423 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 121 |
| County GDP | $181M |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Commute Time | 6.6 min |
| Work from Home | 15.7% |
| Census Median | $116,500 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,006 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.8% |
| Obesity | 46.9% |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.3% |
| Heart Disease | 10.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.0% |
| Asthma | 14.1% |
| COPD | 12.5% |
| Stroke | 6.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.1% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 23.1% |
| Physical Distress | 23.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.4% |
| Premature Death | 24,556/100K |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 28.0°F |
| 48% below US avg | |
| January Average | 6°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 17.2 inches |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 80.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 190/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.7756°N, 164.5093°W |
| County FIPS | 02158 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.9% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 190/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.0 sq mi |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 26 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 6.6 min |
| Work from Home | 15.7% |