Alaska
Goodnews Bay is a small town in Alaska with a population of 113. Residents earn $29,167 per year, which is 61% below the national average.
Based on current data, Goodnews Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Goodnews Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Goodnews Bay is $29,167, 61% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 53.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Goodnews Bay is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Goodnews Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 64.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
| English Only | 81.8% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.2% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $29,167 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $11,144 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,054 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,363 |
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 53.8% |
| 334% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 303 |
| County GDP | $837M |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 55 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,300 |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.24% |
| Commute Time | 3.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $125,000 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,300 |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.24% |
| Obesity | 42.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.8% |
| Heart Disease | 9.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.0% |
| Asthma | 14.9% |
| COPD | 13.3% |
| Stroke | 6.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.0% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 23.4% |
| Physical Distress | 23.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.1% |
| Premature Death | 18,066/100K |
| Food Environment | 2.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Annual Average | 31.4°F |
| 42% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 19.7 inches |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 64.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 181 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.1272°N, 161.5753°W |
| County FIPS | 02050 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 37.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 55 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 3.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |