Glennallen, AK

Alaska

Glennallen is a small town in Alaska with a population of 601. Residents earn $80,417 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
601 Population 5/sq mi density
$80,417 Median Income $40,554 per capita
$201,800 Home Value
$1,342 Median Rent
27°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$80,417 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$201,800 home value, $1,342/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,417
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $201,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,342
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population601
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,417
Per Capita$40,554
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$169M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,800
Rent$1,342
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp27°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation2,040 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+92.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Glennallen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glennallen receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Glennallen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glennallen is $80,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glennallen is $201,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,342 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Glennallen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F. Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Glennallen has a population of 601 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.2%), with 35.4% Hispanic.

Population

601
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
115.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Glennallen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.4%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.6%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Glennallen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glennallen is $80,417, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Glennallen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,417
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,554
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$64,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)144
County GDP$169M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare7
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Glennallen is $201,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,342 (15% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,800
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,342
15% 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-Occupied52.1%

Property Tax

In Glennallen, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate66.1%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access52.4%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Glennallen has an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-5°F Jan (-21°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average27.1°F
50% below US avg
January Average-5°F (-21°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,040 ft (622 m)
Area115.0 sq mi (297.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates62.1533°N, 145.8408°W
County FIPS02066
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% 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+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score4.86
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area115.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants24
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home13.2%

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