Huslia, AK

Alaska

Huslia is a small town in Alaska with a population of 136. Residents earn $59,167 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
136 Population 9/sq mi density
$59,167 Median Income $16,796 per capita
N/A Home Value
$1,021 Median Rent
26°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$59,167 median income, 13.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$1,021/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,167
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,021
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age23.4 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

C
Median Income$59,167
Per Capita$16,796
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty19.4%
Commute3 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,021
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp26°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Elevation194 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute3 min
Broadband63.0%

Is Huslia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huslia receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Huslia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huslia is $59,167, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Huslia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches, including 77.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Huslia has a population of 136 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.8%), with 2.2% White.

Population

136
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
23.4yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
15.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Huslia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huslia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huslia is $59,167, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes.

Income: Huslia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,167
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time2.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,021 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,021
12% 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-Occupied65.8%

Property Tax

In Huslia, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma13.9%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress19.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.8%
Checkup Rate67.7%

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Huslia has an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-23°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average26.0°F
52% below US avg
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.9 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall77.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area15.7 sq mi (40.5 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates65.7055°N, 156.3110°W
22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 63.0% 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+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area15.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute2.9 min
Work from Home0.0%
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