Kasigluk, AK

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.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
692 Population 59/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $12,276 per capita
$61,500 Home Value
$683 Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 11.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,500 home value, $683/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,500
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.8%
228% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.5%
186% higher than US avg

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

People

Population692
Median Age21.6 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

C
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$12,276
Unemployment11.8%
Poverty35.5%
County GDP$837M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,500
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease9.8%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation37 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+75.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute9 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries2

Is Kasigluk a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Kasigluk has a population of 692 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 21.6 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.7%), with 1.3% White.

Population

692
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
21.6yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
11.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Kasigluk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only22.1%
72% below US avg
Spanish77.9%
481% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kasigluk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kasigluk is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Kasigluk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,276
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.5%
186% above US avg
Establishments (County)303
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare11
Retail55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.5 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kasigluk is $61,500, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,500
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% 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-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Rate8.62%
In Kasigluk, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 40.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease9.8%
High Blood Pressure42.4%
Asthma14.8%
COPD13.1%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity40.1%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress23.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.1%
Checkup Rate65.2%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.9/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Kasigluk has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall64.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation37 ft (11 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.6 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates60.8638°N, 162.5366°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 70.0% 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+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+75.8%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area11.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.5 min
Work from Home4.7%

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