Iliamna, AK

Alaska

Iliamna is a small town in Alaska with a population of 45. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
45 Population 1/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $49,967 per capita
$281,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$281,300 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $281,300
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.4%
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population45
Median Age62.5 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 24%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$49,967
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$281,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation229 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute20 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries11

Is Iliamna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iliamna receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Iliamna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Iliamna is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Iliamna is $281,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Iliamna 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.

Iliamna has a population of 45 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 62.5 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (75.6%), with 24.4% White.

Population

45
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
62.5yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
37.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Iliamna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Iliamna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iliamna is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Iliamna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,967
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$85,064

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,368
County GDP$3,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants314
Healthcare271
Retail270
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Iliamna is $281,300, 0% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$281,300
0% below 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-Occupied69.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Iliamna, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.9%
Checkup Rate61.1%
Premature Death8,874/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities271

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Iliamna 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

Elevation229 ft (70 m)
Area37.2 sq mi (96.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates59.7783°N, 154.8838°W
County FIPS02122
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 47.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 15.0% 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+47.4%
41% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area37.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants314
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home0.0%
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