Igiugig, AK

Alaska

Igiugig is a small town in Alaska with a population of 68. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
68 Population 3/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $36,362 per capita
$345,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$345,500 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $345,500
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$36,362
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$179M
Commute5 min

Housing

A
Home Value$345,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation120 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+88.9%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute5 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries2

Is Igiugig a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Igiugig receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Igiugig offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Igiugig is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Igiugig is $345,500, 23% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Igiugig has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Igiugig has a population of 68 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (88.2%), with 11.8% White.

Population

68
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
21.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.3%
Female 64.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Igiugig vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only40.3%
49% below US avg
Spanish59.7%
346% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Igiugig vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Igiugig is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Igiugig vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,361
IRS Avg AGI$82,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Retail13
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.8 min
Drive Alone25.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Igiugig is $345,500, 23% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$345,500
23% above US avg

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-Occupied57.1%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.5%
Premature Death16,588/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access5.8%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Igiugig has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation120 ft (37 m)
Area21.1 sq mi (54.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates59.3010°N, 155.8633°W
County FIPS02060
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 28.0% 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+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area21.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries2
Restaurants21
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.8 min
Drive Alone25.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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