Ferry, AK

Alaska

Ferry is a small town in Alaska with a population of 33.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
33 Population 1/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,527 per capita
$238,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
29°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
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $238,900
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population33
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,527
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$413M

Housing

Home Value$238,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp29°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Elevation2,376 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband10.0%
Libraries3

Is Ferry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ferry receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ferry 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ferry is $238,900, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Ferry has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Ferry has a population of 33 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

33
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
63.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ferry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ferry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ferry 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: Ferry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,527
Avg Weekly Wage$1,289
IRS Avg AGI$78,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)147
County GDP$413M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare3
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ferry is $238,900, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,900
15% below US avg

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: Ferry vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ferry has an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average28.6°F
47% below US avg
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,376 ft (724 m)
Area63.6 sq mi (164.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates64.0496°N, 148.9206°W
County FIPS02068
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. 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+0.0%
100% below 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 Density1/sq mi
Total Area63.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants38
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

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