Median Income
$70,278
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$119,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.3%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,028
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
12.8%
256% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.4%
48% higher than US avg
How Kivalina Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population813
Median Age20.7 yrs
Density499/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans2.1%
Economy
C+
Median Income$70,278
Per Capita$17,416
Unemployment12.8%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$603M
Commute4 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$119,600
Rent$1,028
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden21.1%
Health
Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease9.3%
Climate
Avg Temp23°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Elevation12 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.3%
High School+77.7%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute4 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries1
Is Kivalina a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kivalina receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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. Kivalina has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kivalina is $70,278, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kivalina is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,028 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Kivalina has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Kivalina has a population of 813 with a density of 499 people per square mile. The median age is 20.7 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.8%), with 1.2% White.
Population
20.7yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 71.9% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Spanish | 28.1% |
| 110% above US avg |
The median household income in Kivalina is $70,278, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,278 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,416 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,447 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,367 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.8% |
| 256% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% |
| 48% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 290 |
| County GDP | $603M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,940 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 4.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 2.2% |
| Public Transit | 4.8% |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
The median home value in Kivalina is $119,600, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,028 (12% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $119,600 |
| 58% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,028 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.1% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,940 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.13% |
In Kivalina, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kivalina vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.9% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.2% |
| Heart Disease | 9.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.6% |
| Asthma | 14.2% |
| COPD | 11.0% |
| Stroke | 5.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.6% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 21.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 75.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.6% |
| Premature Death | 18,090/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
Crime Rates: Kivalina vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Kivalina has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
-1°F Jan (-18°C)
51°F Jul (11°C)
| Annual Average | 22.7°F |
| 58% below US avg |
| January Average | -1°F (-18°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.7 inches |
| 75% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 499/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 67.7269°N, 164.5356°W |
| County FIPS | 02180 |