Lower Kalskag, AK

Alaska

Lower Kalskag is a small town in Alaska with a population of 234. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
234 Population 189/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $13,892 per capita
$207,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 11.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$207,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,500
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.0%
174% higher than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age30.1 yrs
Density189/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

F
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$13,892
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty34.0%
County GDP$837M
Commute7 min

Housing

B
Home Value$207,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease8.7%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation60 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+79.2%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute7 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries2

Is Lower Kalskag a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lower Kalskag receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lower Kalskag has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lower Kalskag is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 34.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lower Kalskag is $207,500, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lower Kalskag 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.

Lower Kalskag has a population of 234 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

234
Total Population
189
People / sq mi
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lower Kalskag vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.4%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.6%
76% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lower Kalskag vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lower Kalskag is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Lower Kalskag vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,892
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% 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 Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lower Kalskag is $207,500, 26% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,500
26% 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-Occupied80.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Lower Kalskag, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lower Kalskag vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma14.1%
COPD11.0%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress21.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Checkup Rate65.1%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Lower Kalskag 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

Elevation60 ft (18 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density189/sq mi
Coordinates61.5140°N, 160.3589°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 59.0% 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+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density189/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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