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Gustavus, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Hoonah-Angoon Census Area County
Gustavus, AK
At a Glance
How Gustavus Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gustavus's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gustavus a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gustavus residents earn a median household income of $64,167 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,086. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 146 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gustavus is $276,500 , 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $325,402. Median rent is $1,106/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.
Safety & Crime
Gustavus reports 154 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,654/100K.
Education
31.8% of adults in Gustavus hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gustavus has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.