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
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
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.8% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.2% |
| 21% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 23.1% |
| 542% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 148 |
| County GDP | $744M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 14 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 8.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
The median home value in Kaltag is $92,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg).
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
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
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 72.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.7% |
| Premature Death | 19,918/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 3.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
Crime Rates: Kaltag vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 27.9°F |
| 48% below US avg |
| January Average | -4°F (-20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 21.5 inches |
| 43% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 181 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 23.1 sq mi (59.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.3141°N, 158.7788°W |
| County FIPS | 02188 |