Alaska
Kasigluk is a small town in Alaska with a population of 692. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.
Based on current data, Kasigluk 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, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Kasigluk has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Kasigluk is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 35.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Kasigluk is $61,500, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Kasigluk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 64.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
| English Only | 22.1% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 77.9% |
| 481% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,000 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $12,276 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,054 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,363 |
| Unemployment | 11.8% |
| 228% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 35.5% |
| 186% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 303 |
| County GDP | $837M |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 55 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,300 |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.62% |
| Commute Time | 8.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
| Census Median | $61,500 |
| 78% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $683 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,300 |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 8.62% |
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.3% |
| Heart Disease | 9.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.4% |
| Asthma | 14.8% |
| COPD | 13.1% |
| Stroke | 6.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.1% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 23.3% |
| Physical Distress | 23.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.2% |
| Premature Death | 18,066/100K |
| Food Environment | 2.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Annual Average | 31.4°F |
| 42% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 19.7 inches |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 64.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 37 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 11.8 sq mi (30.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.8638°N, 162.5366°W |
| County FIPS | 02050 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.8% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 70.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 55 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 8.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |