Hyder, AK

Alaska

Hyder is a small town in Alaska with a population of 16.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
16 Population 1/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16
Median AgeN/A
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,237M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain92.5 in/yr
Elevation1,504 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband16.0%
Libraries1

Is Hyder a Good Place to Live?

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

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%.

Education

0.0% 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

Hyder has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 92.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Hyder has a population of 16 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (50%), with 50% Hispanic.

Population

16
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
17.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Hyder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hyder vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Hyder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$87,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)623
County GDP$1,237M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare51
Retail101
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,819/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access80.9%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Hyder has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 92.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall92.5 inches
144% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,504 ft (458 m)
Area17.1 sq mi (44.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates55.9815°N, 130.0382°W
County FIPS02130
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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. 16.0% 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+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area17.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants66
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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