Hoonah, AK

Alaska

Hoonah is a small town in Alaska with a population of 894. Residents earn $81,406 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
894 Population 152/sq mi density
$81,406 Median Income $42,061 per capita
$340,800 Home Value
$1,078 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$81,406 median income, 12.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$340,800 home value, $1,078/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,406
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $340,800
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,078
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.6%
250% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population894
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,406
Per Capita$42,061
Unemployment12.6%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$144M
Commute11 min

Housing

A
Home Value$340,800
Rent$1,078
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain65.8 in/yr
Elevation1,360 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+95.3%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute11 min
Libraries3

Is Hoonah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoonah receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hoonah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoonah is $81,406, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.6%, unemployment is notably high. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hoonah is $340,800, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hoonah has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches, including 90.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Hoonah has a population of 894 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (45.7%), with 39.6% White, 2% Black.

Population

894
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoonah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.3%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.7%
32% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hoonah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoonah is $81,406, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Hoonah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,406
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,061
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$62,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.6%
250% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)146
County GDP$144M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare8
Retail18
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.5 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoonah is $340,800, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,078 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$340,800
21% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,078
7% below US avg

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-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

In Hoonah, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.8%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death9,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access37.9%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Hoonah has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.8 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall90.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,360 ft (415 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates58.1220°N, 135.4315°W
County FIPS02105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants13
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.5 min
Work from Home1.8%

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