Koyuk, AK

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.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
306 Population 60/sq mi density
$34,250 Median Income $15,647 per capita
$97,200 Home Value
$931 Median Rent
23°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$34,250 median income, 12.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,200 home value, $931/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,250
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $931
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.3%
242% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.2%
216% higher than US avg

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

People

Population306
Median Age26.7 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

F
Median Income$34,250
Per Capita$15,647
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty39.2%
County GDP$181M
Commute4 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,200
Rent$931
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease9.3%

Climate

Avg Temp23°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation69 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+86.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute4 min
Broadband99.0%

Is Koyuk a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Koyuk has a population of 306 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 26.7 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.3%).

Population

306
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
26.7yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.8%
Female 38.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Koyuk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.0%
13% below US avg
Spanish32.0%
139% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Koyuk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Koyuk is $34,250, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 39.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.

Income: Koyuk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,250
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,647
Avg Weekly Wage$748
IRS Avg AGI$27,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above US avg
Poverty Rate39.2%
216% above US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$181M

Business (County)

Healthcare6
Retail26

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.3 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Koyuk is $97,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $931 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,200
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$931
20% below US avg

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-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

In Koyuk, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease9.3%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma13.8%
COPD12.1%
Stroke6.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress21.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate65.0%
Premature Death24,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Koyuk has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average23.2°F
57% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates64.9411°N, 161.1455°W
County FIPS02158
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Healthcare Facilities6
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.3 min
Work from Home3.1%
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