Home Value $242,200

14% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.1%

12% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population28

Median Age40.6 yrs

Density1/mi²

Male / Female68% / 32%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans28.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$53,300

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$32,113M

Commute52 min

Housing

Home Value$242,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$230,483

Housing Units223

Health

Obesity28.1%

Uninsured7.2%

Smoking11.9%

Depression20.6%

Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)

AQI21 (Good)

Sunny Days200/yr

Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+60.7%

Graduate+22.5%

School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 56%

Commute52 min

Broadband9.0%

Libraries5

Is Hope a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hope is $242,200, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hope has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Hope has a population of 28 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

40.6yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

51.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.9%

Female 32.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hope is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$53,300
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,436
IRS Avg AGI	$94,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	8,829
County GDP	$32,113M

Business (County)

Restaurants	785
Healthcare	1,392
Retail	819
Manufacturing	180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,419
	141% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	52.0 min
Drive Alone	67.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	32.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hope is $242,200, 14% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,483.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$242,200
	14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$230,483

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	223
Median Year Built	1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,419
	141% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.48%

In Hope, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.1%
	12% below US avg
Diabetes	6.1%
Heart Disease	4.6%
High Blood Pressure	26.6%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	4.5%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.9%
	15% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	15.2%
Depression	20.6%
Mental Distress	14.5%
Physical Distress	10.8%
Short Sleep	30.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	21.1%
Uninsured	7.2%
	16% below US avg
Checkup Rate	63.0%
Dental Visits	60.2%
Premature Death	9,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	93.9%
Healthcare Facilities	1,392

Hope has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area enjoys 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)

Annual Average	36.5°F
	32% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days	200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	21.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	295 ft (90 m)
Area	51.7 sq mi (134.0 km²)
Population Density	1/sq mi
Coordinates	60.8861°N, 149.6330°W
Timezone	America/Anchorage
County FIPS	02020

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.7-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.7%

D 56.3%

Winner: Democrat by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	60.7%
Graduate Degree+	22.5%
School Test Score	4.86

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	1/sq mi
Total Area	51.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	9.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	1,392
Restaurants	785
Retail Stores	819

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	52.0 min
Drive Alone	67.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	32.1%

Hope, AK

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Hope a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hope vs U.S. Average

Income: Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities