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King Cove, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Aleutians East Borough County
King Cove, AK
At a Glance
How King Cove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows King Cove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is King Cove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
King Cove residents earn a median household income of $78,125 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,941. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 97 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in King Cove is $110,900 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $909/month, with 22.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
King Cove reports 232 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,045/100K.
Education
10.9% of adults in King Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
King Cove has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.