Kodiak Station, AK

Alaska

Kodiak Station is a small town in Alaska with a population of 1,941. Residents earn $102,069 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,941 Population 84/sq mi density
$102,069 Median Income $33,519 per capita
N/A Home Value
$2,587 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,069 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$2,587/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,069
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.2%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,587
122% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

How Kodiak Station Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,941
Median Age25.1 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,069
Per Capita$33,519
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$989M
Commute8 min

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,587
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation488 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.2%
High School+98.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute8 min
Libraries4

Is Kodiak Station a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kodiak Station receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kodiak Station stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kodiak Station is $102,069, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Kodiak Station among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,587 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kodiak Station has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Kodiak Station has a population of 1,941 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 25.1 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 3.5% Black.

Population

1,941
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
25.1yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
23.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kodiak Station vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kodiak Station vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kodiak Station is $102,069, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Kodiak Station vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,069
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,519
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$76,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)475
County GDP$989M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare42
Retail36
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.2 min
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,587 (122% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,587
122% 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

Owner-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
In Kodiak Station, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kodiak Station vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.9%
Checkup Rate66.2%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities42

Crime Rates: Kodiak Station vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Kodiak Station has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation488 ft (149 m)
Area23.2 sq mi (60.1 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates57.7680°N, 152.5959°W
County FIPS02150
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.2%
4% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score4.86
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density84/sq mi
Total Area23.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants49
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.2 min
Work from Home0.6%

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