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Kivalina, AK
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Kivalina, AK
At a Glance
How Kivalina Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kivalina's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kivalina a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kivalina residents earn a median household income of $70,278 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,416. The unemployment rate stands at 12.8% (256% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 290 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kivalina is $119,600 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $1,028/month, with 21.1% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Kivalina reports 1,490 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 292% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,348/100K.
Education
2.3% of adults in Kivalina hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below the national average). 77.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kivalina has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.