Hoonah, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Hoonah-Angoon Census Area County
Hoonah, AK
At a Glance
How Hoonah Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hoonah's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hoonah a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hoonah residents earn a median household income of $81,406 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,061. The unemployment rate stands at 17.9% (397% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% 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 Hoonah is $340,800 , 21% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $472,854. Median rent is $1,078/month, with 17.8% 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 1980.
Education
18.9% of adults in Hoonah hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 65.8 inches.