Median Income
$38,167
49% lower than US avg
Home Value
$174,500
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$758
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.6%
26% higher than US avg
How Kooskia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population683
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density1,102/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans18.7%
Economy
B
Median Income$38,167
Per Capita$20,364
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$474M
Commute22 min
Housing
A
Home Value$174,500
Rent$758
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$388,227
Rent Burden28.1%
Health
Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI33 (Good)
Elevation1,832 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute22 min
Broadband83.7%
EV Stations3
Libraries4
Is Kooskia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kooskia receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kooskia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kooskia is $38,167, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kooskia is $174,500, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $758 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Kooskia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Kooskia has a population of 683 with a density of 1,102 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 26.5% Hispanic.
Population
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.5% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.5% |
| 7% below US avg |
The median household income in Kooskia is $38,167, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $38,167 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,364 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $972 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 357 |
| County GDP | $474M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,842 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
The median home value in Kooskia is $174,500, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,227.
Home Values
| Census Median | $174,500 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $388,227 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $758 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,842 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.63% |
In Kooskia, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kooskia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.5% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,737/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Kooskia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Kooskia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,832 ft (558 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,102/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1417°N, 115.9736°W |
| County FIPS | 16035 |