Kasilof, AK

Alaska

Kasilof is a small town in Alaska with a population of 404. Residents earn $61,377 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
404 Population 39/sq mi density
$61,377 Median Income $56,470 per capita
$604,200 Home Value $276,663 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
34°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$61,377 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$604,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,377
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $604,200
114% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.1%
64% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,377
Per Capita$56,470
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.4%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute23 min

Housing

F
Home Value$604,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,663

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.6 in/yr
Elevation107 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute23 min
Libraries11

Is Kasilof a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kasilof receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Kasilof offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kasilof is $61,377, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kasilof is $604,200, making it a premium housing market at 114% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Kasilof is a highly educated community — 55.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Kasilof has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Kasilof has a population of 404 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 19.6% Hispanic.

Population

404
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Kasilof vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kasilof vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kasilof is $61,377, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Kasilof vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,377
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$56,470
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$85,064

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,368
County GDP$3,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants314
Healthcare271
Retail270
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kasilof is $604,200, 114% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,663.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$604,200
114% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,663

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-Occupied52.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Rate0.83%
In Kasilof, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate61.8%
Premature Death8,874/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities271

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kasilof has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.6 inches
43% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation107 ft (33 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates60.3195°N, 151.2328°W
County FIPS02122
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 55.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.1%
64% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants314
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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