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Koyukuk, AK

Alaska · Northwest Arctic Borough

Koyukuk is a small town in Alaska with a population of 44. Residents earn $28,250 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
44 Population 8/sq mi density
$28,250 Median Income $22,730 per capita
$110,000 Home Value $435,931 Zillow
26°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
871 Violent Crime/100K 2,348 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$28,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$110,000 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
871 violent crimes/100K (129% above avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $28,250
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 871/100K
129% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$28,250
Per Capita$22,730
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$744M

Housing

A
Home Value$110,000
Ownership80.0%
Zillow$435,931
Housing Units68
Rent Burden21.2%

Crime

F
Violent871/100K
Property2,348/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking29.2%
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp26°F (-3°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score2.05

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Broadband35.0%
Libraries1

Is Koyukuk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Koyukuk receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Koyukuk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Koyukuk is $28,250, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Koyukuk is $110,000, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 871 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,348 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. School test scores average 2/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Koyukuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches, including 77.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Koyukuk has a population of 44 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 59.1% female and 40.9% male. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 63.5% of residents, while 36.5% speak Spanish. 40.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 41.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 78.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

44
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Koyukuk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 63.5%
19% below US avg
Spanish 36.5%
172% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Koyukuk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Koyukuk is $28,250, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,730 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,724, 20% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 148 business establishments, including 5 restaurants. The cost of living index is 102.4, roughly in line with the national average. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Koyukuk vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$28,250
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,730
Avg Weekly Wage$1,724
IRS Avg AGI$61,838
Gini Index0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$744M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living102.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Koyukuk is $110,000, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $435,931, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,194 for a one-bedroom to $1,467 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 68 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. 21.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$435,931

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden21.2%

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

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

In Koyukuk, 38.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.3% of residents, above the national average. 38.0% have high blood pressure. 29.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.6% report binge drinking. 28.1% are physically inactive. 19.4% report depression. 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 13.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,260. The dentist ratio is 1:2,474. 3.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma13.1%
COPD8.7%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking29.2%
109% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress18.9%
Short Sleep42.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.4%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,260
Dentists1:2,474
Mental Health1:90
Checkup Rate67.1%
Dental Visits44.7%
Premature Death19,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access3.1%
Healthcare Facilities4
Koyukuk has a violent crime rate of 871 per 100,000 residents, 129% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,348 per 100,000, 20% above the U.S. average. Overall, Koyukuk receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent870.8/100K
129% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,348.0/100K
20% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Koyukuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 70°F. The area gets 274 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 77.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-23°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average26.0°F
52% below US avg
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (14.9 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates64.9021°N, 157.6935°W
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
CountyNorthwest Arctic Borough County
Nearest AirportFairbanks International (FAI)
289 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.9"
63% below US avg
Snowfall 77.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.52"
Driest Month (May) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score54.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability99.8 / 100
Community Resilience5.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail No Rating
Strong Wind No Rating
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood No Rating
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

118 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.3 on May 21, 2025.

Nov 5, 1997 19 km ENE of Ruby, Alaska M4.9 122 km
May 17, 1999 15 km ENE of Kaltag, Alaska M4.5 68 km
Jul 6, 2006 36 km NNE of Koyuk, Alaska M4.5 149 km
Jan 10, 2001 54 km SW of Hughes, Alaska M4.4 149 km
Sep 13, 1998 26 km S of Nulato, Alaska M4.2 50 km
May 3, 2019 68 km NNW of Huslia, Alaska M4.0 149 km
Nov 21, 2000 26 km ENE of Kaltag, Alaska M3.9 57 km
Feb 6, 2001 31 km W of Kaltag, Alaska M3.8 102 km
Mar 4, 1996 21 km ENE of Huslia, Alaska M3.7 124 km
Feb 9, 2019 92 km SSW of Shungnak, Alaska M3.6 144 km
May 26, 2023 31 km ENE of Huslia, Alaska M3.6 137 km
Jan 22, 1992 51 km NE of Unalakleet, Alaska M3.5 139 km
Dec 26, 1999 56 km SW of Hughes, Alaska M3.5 148 km
Oct 4, 2000 16 km ENE of Kaltag, Alaska M3.5 66 km
Oct 22, 2003 99 km NNW of Koyukuk, Alaska M3.5 97 km
Nov 30, 1994 23 km E of Ruby, Alaska M3.5 128 km
Jun 23, 2020 48 km ENE of Shaktoolik, Alaska M3.4 130 km
Aug 28, 2019 10 km NNE of Ruby, Alaska M3.4 107 km
Apr 29, 2021 20 km ENE of Kaltag, Alaska M3.4 66 km
Apr 7, 2022 49 km NNW of Koyukuk, Alaska M3.3 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BONANZA CREEK (241,856 ac, 2004).

Year Name Acres Distance
2004 BONANZA CREEK 241,856 39 km
2005 HOLTNATKATNA CREEK 204,488 60 km
2015 HOLTNAKATNA 180,266 94 km
2015 THREE DAY 89,983 94 km
2015 DULBI RIVER 84,988 75 km
2005 EAST FORK YUKI RIVER 79,220 100 km
2000 YUKON CREEK 68,820 75 km
1990 GAL N 38 61,375 59 km
2005 GISASA RIVER 51,057 48 km
2022 MUD RIVER 49,997 97 km
2007 COFFEE CAN LAKE 41,717 62 km
2015 YUKON CREEK 39,035 69 km
2015 NULATO 35,728 25 km
2005 LITTLE MUD RIVER 2 33,080 93 km
1988 831024 25,914 100 km
2004 LOUIS LAKE 24,323 41 km
2002 HOLTNAKA 23,023 77 km
2019 LOUIS LAKE 22,720 49 km
2015 BARE MT 22,514 96 km
2015 ILLINOIS MINE 21,968 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -10°F (-23°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 2°F (-17°C) 0.8 in
March 8°F (-13°C) 0.6 in
April 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
May 42°F (6°C) 0.4 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in Wettest
September 44°F (7°C) 1.4 in
October 26°F (-3°C) 0.9 in
November 8°F (-13°C) 0.9 in
December -1°F (-19°C) 0.8 in

Koyukuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 70°F / from -10°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and May the driest (0.4").

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Koyukuk is located in Northwest Arctic Borough County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 22.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 2 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55.8% of the vote, a 11.6-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score2.05
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi
CountyNorthwest Arctic Borough County

Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Avg Download Speed8.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed300 Mbps
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Koyukuk. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $256 ($154–$410)
Specialist Visit $358 ($205–$563)
Urgent Care Visit $205 ($102–$358)
Emergency Room Visit $2,253 ($819–$5,120)
Dental Cleaning $133 ($77–$205)
Dental Filling $256 ($154–$410)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($26–$77)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $77 ($51–$123)
Brake Pad Replacement $307 ($154–$512)
Tire Rotation $41 ($20–$77)
New Tires (Set of 4) $614 ($410–$1,024)
Battery Replacement $205 ($102–$358)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $102 ($61–$154)
Electrician (Per Hour) $92 ($51–$143)
HVAC Repair $410 ($154–$819)
HVAC System Install $7,168 ($4,096–$12,288)
Roof Repair $1,024 ($410–$2,048)
Roof Replacement $9,216 ($5,632–$15,360)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,536 ($512–$3,584)
Divorce (Contested) $15,360 ($5,120–$30,720)
DUI Defense $5,120 ($2,048–$10,240)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,536 ($819–$3,072)
Will Preparation $512 ($205–$1,024)
Trust Preparation $2,560 ($1,024–$5,120)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($31–$102)
Hair Coloring (Full) $154 ($77–$256)
Manicure $26 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $82 ($51–$133)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.20 ($3.07–$5.63)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.58 ($2.56–$5.12)
Loaf of Bread $3.89 ($2.56–$5.63)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.61 ($3.07–$6.66)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.63 ($4.10–$7.68)
Rice (per lb) $1.02 ($0.61–$1.84)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $143 ($82–$256)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$154)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$123)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$102)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$102)
Cable TV (Monthly) $87 ($51–$154)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $205 ($77–$512)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,048 ($1,229–$3,584)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$133)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.19–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $102 ($31–$256)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($15–$77)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,229 ($614–$2,560)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,024 ($512–$2,048)
After-School Care (Monthly) $410 ($205–$717)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($26–$102)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,024 ($410–$2,560)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,800 ($5,120–$30,720)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($31–$102)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $102 ($51–$205)
Dog Grooming $61 ($31–$102)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($20–$77)
Dog Spay/Neuter $307 ($154–$512)
Cat Spay/Neuter $205 ($102–$410)
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Top Industries in Northwest Arctic Borough

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 163 17 $39,326 0.54
Construction 78 10 $127,472 0.50
Information & Technology 36 3 $69,843 0.64

Schools in Koyukuk

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ella B. Vernetti School Elementary 12 2 6.0:1
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Airports Near Koyukuk

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Koyukuk AirportKYUSmall Airport
Nulato AirportNULSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Koyukuk

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH GALENAPO BOX 10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Koyukuk

What is the population of Koyukuk?

Koyukuk has a population of 44 residents and is located in Alaska. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 59.1% female and 40.9% male.

Is Koyukuk expensive to live in?

Koyukuk has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 102.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $28,250, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,000 (61% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Koyukuk safe?

Public safety is a concern in Koyukuk, with a violent crime rate of 871 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,348 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Koyukuk receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Koyukuk?

Koyukuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winter temperatures average -10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches, with 77.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 21.

How is the job market in Koyukuk?

The job market in Koyukuk is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,724. There are 148 business establishments in the area, including 5 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Koyukuk?

The median home value in Koyukuk is $110,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $435,931. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Koyukuk?

Schools in Koyukuk have an average test score of 2 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 22.5% of adults in Koyukuk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Koyukuk?

The obesity rate in Koyukuk is 38.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 29.2% of adults are smokers. 28.1% are physically inactive. 19.4% of residents report depression. 13.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 3.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,260.

What are the demographics of Koyukuk?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Koyukuk is 100% Hispanic or Latino. 63.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 36.5% speak Spanish. 40.0% of the population are military veterans. 41.9% of residents have a disability. 78.4% have health insurance coverage.

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