Koliganek, AK

Alaska

Koliganek is a small town in Alaska with a population of 224. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
224 Population 13/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $15,989 per capita
$129,200 Home Value
$950 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 13.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,200 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.7%
281% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age21.4 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$15,989
Unemployment13.7%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$324M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,200
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation245 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+88.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute6 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries1

Is Koliganek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Koliganek receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Koliganek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Koliganek is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.7%, unemployment is notably high. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Koliganek is $129,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Koliganek 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. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 47.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Koliganek has a population of 224 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 21.4 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.7%), with 1.3% White.

Population

224
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg
16.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Koliganek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.8%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.2%
103% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Koliganek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Koliganek is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Koliganek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,989
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$61,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.7%
281% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)152
County GDP$324M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare12
Retail19
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.5 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Koliganek is $129,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,200
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below 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-Occupied63.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Koliganek, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease9.1%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma13.7%
COPD10.4%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress20.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.8%
Checkup Rate63.4%
Premature Death20,904/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access46.5%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Koliganek has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall47.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation245 ft (75 m)
Area16.7 sq mi (43.3 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates59.6967°N, 157.2248°W
County FIPS02070
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 57.0% 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+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score4.86
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area16.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.5 min
Work from Home7.3%

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