Fort Greely, AK

Alaska · Metropolitan Area

Fort Greely is a small town in Alaska with a population of 85. Residents earn $68,194 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
85 Population 8/sq mi density
$68,194 Median Income $44,613 per capita
N/A Home Value
$2,215 Median Rent
30°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,194 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$2,215/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,194
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,215
90% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,194
Per Capita$44,613
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,891M
Commute7 min

Housing

C
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,215
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp30°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Elevation1,329 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute7 min
Broadband61.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Fort Greely a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Greely receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Fort Greely has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Greely is $68,194, roughly in line with 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%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,215 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

2.4% 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

Fort Greely has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Fort Greely has a population of 85 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

85
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
11.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.7%
Female 35.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Greely vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.1%
54% below US avg
Spanish63.9%
377% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Greely vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Greely is $68,194, which is 9% 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. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Fort Greely vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,194
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,613
Avg Weekly Wage$1,340
IRS Avg AGI$83,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,441
County GDP$7,891M

Business (County)

Restaurants247
Healthcare325
Retail270
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,621
89% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,215 (90% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,215
90% above 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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,621
89% above US avg
In Fort Greely, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Greely vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate61.6%
Premature Death8,713/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities325

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fort Greely has an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average30.0°F
44% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)
Area11.0 sq mi (28.6 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates63.9678°N, 145.7149°W
County FIPS02090
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 61.0% 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+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area11.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities325
Restaurants247
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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