Kotlik, AK

Alaska

Kotlik is a small town in Alaska with a population of 1,166. Residents earn $49,844 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,166 Population 390/sq mi density
$49,844 Median Income $11,476 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$49,844 median income, 12.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,844
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.1%
236% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.4%
242% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,166
Median Age18.6 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

D
Median Income$49,844
Per Capita$11,476
Unemployment12.1%
Poverty42.4%
County GDP$181M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease9.8%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+79.7%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute6 min

Is Kotlik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kotlik receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kotlik has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kotlik is $49,844, 34% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 42.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kotlik is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kotlik has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches, including 80.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Kotlik has a population of 1,166 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 18.6 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.4%), with 1.4% White.

Population

1,166
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
18.6yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kotlik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.9%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.1%
20% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kotlik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kotlik is $49,844, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 42.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Kotlik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,844
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,476
Avg Weekly Wage$748
IRS Avg AGI$27,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.1%
236% above US avg
Poverty Rate42.4%
242% above US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$181M

Business (County)

Healthcare6
Retail26

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.8 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kotlik is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% 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-Occupied68.0%

Property Tax

In Kotlik, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 38.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.4%
48% above US avg
Diabetes18.4%
Heart Disease9.8%
High Blood Pressure41.6%
Asthma14.8%
COPD12.4%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress23.8%
Physical Distress23.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death24,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kotlik has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average28.0°F
48% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall80.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates63.0292°N, 163.5367°W
County FIPS02158
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below 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+3.2%
91% below US avg
High School+79.7%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities6
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.8 min
Work from Home2.4%
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