Koyukuk, AK

Alaska

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
44 Population 8/sq mi density
$28,250 Median Income $22,730 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
26°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 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
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,250
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower 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%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

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

Housing

A
Home Value$110,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp26°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Elevation322 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+85.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband48.0%
Libraries1

Is Koyukuk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Koyukuk receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

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. 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. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

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 Only63.5%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.5%
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. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Koyukuk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Koyukuk is $110,000, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% 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

Owner-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

In Koyukuk, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.4%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death19,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access3.1%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Koyukuk has an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.9 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall77.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (14.9 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates64.9021°N, 157.6935°W
County FIPS02188
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 48.0% 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+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%
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