King Salmon, AK

Alaska

King Salmon is a small town in Alaska with a population of 354. Residents earn $132,500 per year, which is 76% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
354 Population 2/sq mi density
$132,500 Median Income $56,134 per capita
$292,500 Home Value
$1,325 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$132,500 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$292,500 home value, $1,325/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,500
76% higher than US avg
Home Value $292,500
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,325
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population354
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,500
Per Capita$56,134
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$179M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$292,500
Rent$1,325
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation137 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+95.9%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute11 min
Libraries2

Is King Salmon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, King Salmon receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. King Salmon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in King Salmon is $132,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 76% above $75,149. This places King Salmon among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in King Salmon is $292,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,325 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

King Salmon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 47.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

King Salmon has a population of 354 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.4%), with 31.4% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

354
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
167.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

King Salmon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

King Salmon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in King Salmon is $132,500, which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: King Salmon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,500
76% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,134
Avg Weekly Wage$1,361
IRS Avg AGI$82,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Retail13
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.3 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in King Salmon is $292,500, 4% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,325 (14% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,500
4% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,325
14% above 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-Occupied44.9%

Property Tax

In King Salmon, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: King Salmon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate64.7%
Premature Death16,588/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access5.8%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

King Salmon has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall47.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation137 ft (42 m)
Area167.2 sq mi (433.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates58.7352°N, 156.5285°W
County FIPS02060
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below 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+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score4.86
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area167.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Restaurants21
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.3 min
Work from Home9.5%

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