Mud Bay, AK

Alaska

Mud Bay is a small town in Alaska with a population of 58. Residents earn $41,528 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
58 Population 5/sq mi density
$41,528 Median Income $32,857 per capita
$217,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,528 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$217,500 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,528
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $217,500
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.4%
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Mud Bay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population58
Median Age63.8 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,528
Per Capita$32,857
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$150M

Housing

B+
Home Value$217,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain63.1 in/yr
Elevation149 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband62.0%
Libraries2

Is Mud Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mud Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mud Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mud Bay is $41,528, 45% below the national average of $75,149. 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 Mud Bay is $217,500, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mud Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches, including 163.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Mud Bay has a population of 58 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 63.8 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

58
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
63.8yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
12.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mud Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.5%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.5%
165% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mud Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mud Bay is $41,528, which is 45% below 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: Mud Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,528
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,857
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$76,145

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$150M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare10
Retail18
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mud Bay is $217,500, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,500
23% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Mud Bay, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mud Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death10,535/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access95.8%
Healthcare Facilities10

Crime Rates: Mud Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Mud Bay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.1 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall163.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation149 ft (45 m)
Area12.1 sq mi (31.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates59.1512°N, 135.3565°W
County FIPS02100
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 62.0% 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+41.4%
23% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area12.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants18
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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