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Klawock, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area County
Klawock, AK
At a Glance
How Klawock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Klawock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Klawock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Klawock residents earn a median household income of $49,063 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,097. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 231 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Klawock is $249,000 , 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $366,597. Median rent is $957/month, with 18.2% 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 1987.
Safety & Crime
Klawock reports 1,266 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 233% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,582/100K.
Education
12.6% of adults in Klawock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 85.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Klawock has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 166 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.