Moose Pass, AK

Alaska · Metropolitan Area

Moose Pass is a small town in Alaska with a population of 79. Residents earn $113,889 per year, which is 52% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
79 Population 4/sq mi density
$113,889 Median Income $55,052 per capita
N/A Home Value $259,015 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$113,889 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
78.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,889
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 78.4%
133% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Moose Pass Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population79
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A
Median Income$113,889
Per Capita$55,052
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$32,113M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,015

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation1,374 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+78.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 56%
CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Libraries5

Is Moose Pass a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moose Pass receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Moose Pass stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moose Pass is $113,889, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places Moose Pass among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Moose Pass is a highly educated community — 78.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Moose Pass has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Moose Pass has a population of 79 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.9%).

Population

79
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
17.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.8%
Female 39.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Moose Pass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moose Pass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moose Pass is $113,889, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Moose Pass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,889
52% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,052
Avg Weekly Wage$1,436
IRS Avg AGI$94,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,829
County GDP$32,113M

Business (County)

Restaurants785
Healthcare1,392
Retail819
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,419
141% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$259,015

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-Occupied35.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,419
141% above US avg
In Moose Pass, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Moose Pass vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate61.9%
Premature Death9,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access93.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,392

Crime Rates: Moose Pass vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Moose Pass has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,374 ft (419 m)
Area17.7 sq mi (45.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates60.5059°N, 149.4684°W
County FIPS02020
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 78.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (133% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.7-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.7%
D 56.3%

Winner: Democrat by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+78.4%
133% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area17.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities1,392
Restaurants785
Retail Stores819

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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