Mosquito Lake, AK

Alaska

Mosquito Lake is a small town in Alaska with a population of 137. Residents earn $102,407 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
137 Population 2/sq mi density
$102,407 Median Income $64,201 per capita
$329,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,407 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$329,600 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,407
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $329,600
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.4%
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Mosquito Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population137
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,407
Per Capita$64,201
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$128M

Housing

A+
Home Value$329,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband81.0%
Libraries1

Is Mosquito Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mosquito Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mosquito Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mosquito Lake is $102,407, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Mosquito Lake among higher-income communities. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mosquito Lake is $329,600, 17% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Mosquito Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 245.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Mosquito Lake has a population of 137 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

137
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
77.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mosquito Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mosquito Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mosquito Lake is $102,407, which is 36% above 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.

Income: Mosquito Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,407
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,201
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$81,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)113
County GDP$128M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare5
Retail43

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mosquito Lake is $329,600, 17% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,600
17% above 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

In Mosquito Lake, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mosquito Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress13.3%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate60.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities5

Crime Rates: Mosquito Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Mosquito Lake has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.1°F
31% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall245.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area77.2 sq mi (199.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates59.4751°N, 136.1991°W
County FIPS02230
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 81.0% 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+31.4%
7% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area77.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants22
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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