Healy Lake, AK

Alaska

Healy Lake is a small town in Alaska with a population of 31. Residents earn $13,750 per year, which is 82% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
31 Population 0/sq mi density
$13,750 Median Income $14,203 per capita
$335,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
27°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$13,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$335,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,750
82% lower than US avg
Home Value $335,700
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population31
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$13,750
Per Capita$14,203
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$1,055M

Housing

F
Home Value$335,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp27°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation1,505 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband12.0%
Libraries3

Is Healy Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Healy Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Healy Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Healy Lake is $13,750, 82% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Healy Lake is $335,700, 19% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 24.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

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

Healy Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches, including 42.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Healy Lake has a population of 31 with a density of 0 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

31
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
66.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Healy Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Healy Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Healy Lake is $13,750, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Healy Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,750
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,203
Avg Weekly Wage$1,733
IRS Avg AGI$77,227

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)257
County GDP$1,055M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare12
Retail33
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Healy Lake is $335,700, 19% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,700
19% above 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-Occupied56.3%

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Healy Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Premature Death9,720/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access27.1%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Healy Lake has an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average27.3°F
49% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall42.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,505 ft (459 m)
Area66.8 sq mi (172.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates64.0097°N, 144.6816°W
County FIPS02240
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. 12.0% 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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area66.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants25
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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