Alaska
McGrath is a small town in Alaska with a population of 195. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, McGrath receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. McGrath offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in McGrath is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in McGrath is $102,200, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
McGrath has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches, including 86.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,250 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,653 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,200 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,064 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,368 |
| County GDP | $3,590M |
| Restaurants | 314 |
| Healthcare | 271 |
| Retail | 270 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,008 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.90% |
| Commute Time | 5.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
| Census Median | $102,200 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $855 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,008 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.90% |
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.7% |
| Asthma | 13.0% |
| COPD | 10.3% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.2% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 19.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 66.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,874/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 271 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 28.9°F |
| 46% below US avg | |
| January Average | -6°F (-21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 18.1 inches |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 86.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 43.2 sq mi (112.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.9389°N, 155.5684°W |
| County FIPS | 02122 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.1% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Total Area | 43.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 97.0% |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 271 |
| Restaurants | 314 |
| Retail Stores | 270 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 5.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |