Karluk, AK

Alaska

Karluk is a small town in Alaska with a population of 26.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
26 Population 0/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,004 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population26
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans27.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,004
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$989M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp35°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Elevation1,534 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband11.0%
Libraries4

Is Karluk a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

23.1% 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

Karluk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Karluk has a population of 26 with a density of 0 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

26
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
55.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Karluk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Karluk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karluk is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Karluk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,004
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$76,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)475
County GDP$989M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare42
Retail36
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% 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)$5,383
54% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate37.0%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Karluk has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average35.2°F
35% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,534 ft (468 m)
Area55.9 sq mi (144.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates57.5910°N, 154.3634°W
County FIPS02150
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 11.0% 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+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area55.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants49
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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