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Kasaan, AK

Alaska

Kasaan is a small town in Alaska with a population of 72. Residents earn $91,667 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
72 Population 12/sq mi density
$91,667 Median Income $43,393 per capita
$383,300 Home Value
$963 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 166 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$91,667 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$383,300 home value, $963/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,667
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $383,300
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $963
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population72
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female63% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Veterans54.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$91,667
Per Capita$43,393
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$294M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$383,300
Rent$963
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39
Rent Burden33.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain85.2 in/yr
Sunny Days166/yr
Elevation849 ft (259 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute26 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries8

Is Kasaan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kasaan receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kasaan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kasaan is $91,667, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kasaan is $383,300, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kasaan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 166 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 85.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Kasaan has a population of 72 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (44.4%), with 43.1% White.

Population

72
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.5%
Female 37.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kasaan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kasaan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kasaan is $91,667, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Kasaan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,667
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,393
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$74,196

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$294M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare17
Retail24
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,200
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone65.8%
Public Transit7.9%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kasaan is $383,300, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$383,300
36% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$963
17% below US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

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-Occupied65.4%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,200
49% above US avg
Effective Rate1.36%
Kasaan has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 85.2 inches. The area enjoys 166 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days166 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall85.2 inches
124% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation849 ft (259 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates55.5611°N, 132.4068°W
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
County FIPS02198
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. 26.0% 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+96.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants29
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone65.8%
Public Transit7.9%
Work from Home0.0%

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