Hughes, AK

Alaska

Hughes is a small town in Alaska with a population of 32.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
32 Population 11/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $14,069 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
26°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population32
Median Age70.2 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,069
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$384M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp26°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation586 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.5%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband21.0%
Libraries11

Is Hughes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hughes receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Hughes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hughes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Hughes has a population of 32 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 70.2 years, 80% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

32
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
70.2yrs
Median Age
80% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hughes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.9%
33% below US avg
Spanish47.1%
251% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hughes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hughes is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Hughes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,069
Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$46,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)237
County GDP$384M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare3
Retail29

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied73.7%

Property Tax

In Hughes, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma13.3%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate55.9%
Checkup Rate64.5%
Premature Death22,704/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.7/10
Exercise Access19.5%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Hughes has an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-11°F Jan (-24°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average26.4°F
51% below US avg
January Average-11°F (-24°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation586 ft (179 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates66.0452°N, 154.2376°W
County FIPS02290
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 21.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants8
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%
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