Metlakatla, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Ketchikan Gateway Borough County
Metlakatla, AK
At a Glance
How Metlakatla Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Metlakatla's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Metlakatla a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Metlakatla residents earn a median household income of $69,107 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,707. The unemployment rate stands at 8.9% (147% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 623 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Metlakatla is $160,500 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $279,263. Median rent is $742/month, with 18.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Education
9.0% of adults in Metlakatla hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Metlakatla has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 105.2 inches.