Kaltag, AK

Alaska

Kaltag is a small town in Alaska with a population of 146. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
146 Population 6/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $40,121 per capita
$92,700 Home Value
$813 Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 23.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,700 home value, $813/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
0.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.9%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 23.1%
542% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population146
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 32%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$40,121
Unemployment23.1%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$744M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,700
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Elevation181 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute8 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries1

Is Kaltag a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaltag receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Kaltag has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kaltag is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.1%, unemployment is notably high. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kaltag is $92,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.9% 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

Kaltag has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Kaltag has a population of 146 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (67.8%), with 32.2% White.

Population

146
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
23.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63%
Female 37%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaltag vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.8%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.2%
21% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kaltag vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaltag is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Kaltag vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,121
Avg Weekly Wage$1,724
IRS Avg AGI$61,838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.1%
542% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$744M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.1 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Kaltag is $92,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,700
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% 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-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

In Kaltag, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma13.2%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress18.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.6%
Checkup Rate66.7%
Premature Death19,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access3.1%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Kaltag has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average27.9°F
48% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
43% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation181 ft (55 m)
Area23.1 sq mi (59.8 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates64.3141°N, 158.7788°W
County FIPS02188
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 69.0% 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+0.9%
97% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area23.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.1 min
Work from Home4.5%
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