Kotzebue, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Northwest Arctic Borough County
Kotzebue, AK
At a Glance
How Kotzebue Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kotzebue's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kotzebue a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kotzebue residents earn a median household income of $106,328 , which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,341. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 148 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kotzebue is $264,500 , 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $1,610/month, with 18.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Kotzebue reports 1,088 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 186% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 714/100K.
Education
20.0% of adults in Kotzebue hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kotzebue has an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches.