Kokhanok, AK

Alaska

Kokhanok is a small town in Alaska with a population of 91. Residents earn $43,000 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
91 Population 4/sq mi density
$43,000 Median Income $19,271 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$43,000 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,000
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,000
Per Capita$19,271
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$179M
Commute4 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation309 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+96.2%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute4 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries2

Is Kokhanok a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kokhanok receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kokhanok offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kokhanok is $43,000, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kokhanok is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kokhanok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Kokhanok has a population of 91 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (72.5%), with 27.5% White.

Population

91
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
21.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.2%
Female 64.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kokhanok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.5%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.5%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kokhanok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kokhanok is $43,000, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.

Income: Kokhanok vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,000
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,271
Avg Weekly Wage$1,361
IRS Avg AGI$82,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Retail13
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time3.9 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kokhanok is $125,000, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

In Kokhanok, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kokhanok vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma14.6%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.2%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death16,588/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access5.8%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Kokhanok has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation309 ft (94 m)
Area21.0 sq mi (54.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates59.4121°N, 154.7460°W
County FIPS02060
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score4.86
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area21.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries2
Restaurants21
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute3.9 min
Work from Home6.1%
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