Kodiak, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Kodiak Island Borough County
Kodiak, AK
At a Glance
How Kodiak Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kodiak's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kodiak a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kodiak residents earn a median household income of $71,373 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,818. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 475 business establishments, including 49 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kodiak is $314,800 , 12% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $449,880. Median rent is $1,430/month, with 24.2% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Kodiak reports 265 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,021/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Kodiak hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kodiak has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 78.3 inches.