Median Income
$31,429
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,304
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
22.2%
79% higher than US avg
How Kobuk Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population125
Median Age22.1 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans67.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$31,429
Per Capita$17,250
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$8,088M
Commute10 min
Housing
F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,304
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease8.4%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation150 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+73.2%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute10 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries8
Is Kobuk a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kobuk receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kobuk has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kobuk is $31,429, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,304 per month.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Kobuk has a population of 125 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 22.1 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.8%), with 3.2% White.
Population
22.1yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 70.1% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Spanish | 29.9% |
| 123% above US avg |
The median household income in Kobuk is $31,429, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,429 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,250 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,472 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,561 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 22.2% |
| 79% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 225 |
| County GDP | $8,088M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,233 |
| 78% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 9.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $1,304 (12% above US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,304 |
| 12% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,233 |
| 78% above US avg |
In Kobuk, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kobuk vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 8.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.1% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 20.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,617/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 6.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Crime Rates: Kobuk vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 150 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 15.3 sq mi (39.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.9234°N, 156.9041°W |
| County FIPS | 02185 |