Alaska
Koyuk is a small town in Alaska with a population of 306. Residents earn $34,250 per year, which is 54% below the national average.
Based on current data, Koyuk receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Koyuk has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Koyuk is $34,250, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 39.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Koyuk is $97,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Koyuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
| English Only | 68.0% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 32.0% |
| 139% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $34,250 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,647 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $748 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $27,423 |
| Unemployment | 12.3% |
| 242% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 39.2% |
| 216% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 121 |
| County GDP | $181M |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Commute Time | 4.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $97,200 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $931 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.9% |
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.9% |
| Heart Disease | 9.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.1% |
| Asthma | 13.8% |
| COPD | 12.1% |
| Stroke | 6.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.6% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 21.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.0% |
| Premature Death | 24,556/100K |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 23.2°F |
| 57% below US avg | |
| January Average | -4°F (-20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.9411°N, 161.1455°W |
| County FIPS | 02158 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.0% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 99.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 26 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 4.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |