Lake Minchumina, AK

Alaska

Lake Minchumina is a small town in Alaska with a population of 14.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
14 Population 0/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $106,100 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14
Median Age72.3 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$106,100
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$413M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Elevation852 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+64.3%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband11.0%
Libraries3

Is Lake Minchumina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Minchumina receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Lake Minchumina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Minchumina has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches, including 53.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Lake Minchumina has a population of 14 with a density of 0 people per square mile. The median age is 72.3 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

14
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
72.3yrs
Median Age
86% above US avg
226.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Minchumina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Minchumina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Minchumina is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Lake Minchumina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$106,100
Avg Weekly Wage$1,289
IRS Avg AGI$78,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)147
County GDP$413M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare3
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Lake Minchumina vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lake Minchumina has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average28.0°F
48% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall53.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation852 ft (260 m)
Area226.8 sq mi (587.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates63.7903°N, 152.4618°W
County FIPS02068
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 11.0% 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+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+64.3%
School Test Score4.86
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area226.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants38
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%
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