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
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
18.6yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.9% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.1% |
| 20% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 12.1% |
| 236% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 42.4% |
| 242% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 121 |
| County GDP | $181M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 5.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Kotlik is $75,000, 73% below the national average.
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
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
| Obesity | 47.4% |
| 48% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.4% |
| Heart Disease | 9.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.6% |
| Asthma | 14.8% |
| COPD | 12.4% |
| Stroke | 6.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.7% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 23.8% |
| Physical Distress | 23.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.1% |
| Premature Death | 24,556/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
Crime Rates: Kotlik vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 28.0°F |
| 48% below US avg |
| January Average | 6°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.2 inches |
| 55% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 80.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 390/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 63.0292°N, 163.5367°W |
| County FIPS | 02158 |