Hollis, AK

Alaska

Hollis is a small town in Alaska with a population of 147. Residents earn $56,691 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
147 Population 2/sq mi density
$56,691 Median Income $26,054 per capita
$229,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,691 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$229,400 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,691
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,400
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.4%
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.4%
323% higher than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,691
Per Capita$26,054
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty52.4%
County GDP$294M

Housing

A
Home Value$229,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain85.2 in/yr
Elevation1,352 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Libraries8

Is Hollis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hollis receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hollis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hollis is $56,691, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 52.4% 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 Hollis is $229,400, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hollis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 85.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Hollis has a population of 147 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

147
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
65.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.8%
Female 27.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hollis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hollis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hollis is $56,691, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 52.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Hollis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,691
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,054
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$74,196

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate52.4%
323% above US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$294M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare17
Retail24
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,200
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hollis is $229,400, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,400
19% below 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-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,200
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Hollis, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.1%
Premature Death14,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access32.0%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Hollis has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 85.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall85.2 inches
124% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)
Area65.1 sq mi (168.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates55.5155°N, 132.7019°W
County FIPS02198
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 48.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 83.0% 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+48.4%
44% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area65.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants29
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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