Larsen Bay, AK

Alaska

Larsen Bay is a small town in Alaska with a population of 108. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
108 Population 27/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $45,276 per capita
$114,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,100 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,100
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population108
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female32% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$45,276
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$989M
Commute4 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation19 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+90.5%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute4 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries4

Is Larsen Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Larsen Bay 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. Larsen Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Larsen Bay is $44,375, 41% 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%. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Larsen Bay is $114,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Larsen Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Larsen Bay has a population of 108 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34.3%), with 18.5% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

108
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.5%
Female 68.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Larsen Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Larsen Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Larsen Bay is $44,375, which is 41% 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. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.

Income: Larsen Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,276
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$76,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)475
County GDP$989M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare42
Retail36
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time3.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Larsen Bay is $114,100, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,100
60% 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-Occupied81.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%

Health Metrics: Larsen Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.4%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Larsen Bay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates57.5299°N, 154.0012°W
County FIPS02150
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 18.0% 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+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score4.86
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants49
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute3.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

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