Kwigillingok, AK

Alaska

Kwigillingok is a small town in Alaska with a population of 461. Residents earn $68,438 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
461 Population 19/sq mi density
$68,438 Median Income $15,672 per capita
$170,800 Home Value
$568 Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$68,438 median income, 12.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,800 home value, $568/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,438
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $568
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.2%
239% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population461
Median Age24.9 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,438
Per Capita$15,672
Unemployment12.2%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$837M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,800
Rent$568
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease10.3%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation10 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+74.7%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute6 min
Libraries2

Is Kwigillingok a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kwigillingok is $68,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kwigillingok is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kwigillingok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 64.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Kwigillingok has a population of 461 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.7%), with 1.3% White.

Population

461
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
24.9yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
23.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kwigillingok vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only2.9%
96% below US avg
Spanish97.1%
625% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kwigillingok vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kwigillingok is $68,438, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Kwigillingok vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,438
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,672
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.2%
239% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)303
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare11
Retail55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.3 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kwigillingok is $170,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% 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-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
In Kwigillingok, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 39.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.7%
Heart Disease10.3%
High Blood Pressure43.4%
Asthma14.0%
COPD13.1%
Stroke6.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity39.5%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress23.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Checkup Rate64.2%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.9/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Kwigillingok has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall64.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area23.8 sq mi (61.6 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates59.8776°N, 163.1773°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.2% 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.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.2%
85% below US avg
High School+74.7%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area23.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.3 min
Work from Home4.6%

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