Alaska
Holy Cross is a small town in Alaska with a population of 229. Residents earn $22,917 per year, which is 70% below the national average.
Based on current data, Holy Cross receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Holy Cross stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Holy Cross is $22,917, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Holy Cross is $55,600, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Holy Cross 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 | 89.6% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.4% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $22,917 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,201 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,054 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,363 |
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below 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 | 9.53% |
| Commute Time | 3.9 min |
| Work from Home | 36.2% |
| Census Median | $55,600 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $733 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,300 |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 9.53% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 9.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 13.9% |
| COPD | 10.9% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.1% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 20.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 66.2% |
| 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 | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 29.2 sq mi (75.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.1851°N, 159.8588°W |
| County FIPS | 02050 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Total Area | 29.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 55 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 3.9 min |
| Work from Home | 36.2% |