Alaska
Naknek is a small town in Alaska with a population of 458. Residents earn $91,875 per year, which is 22% above the national average.
Based on current data, Naknek receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Naknek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Naknek is $91,875, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Naknek is $279,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,361 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Naknek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 47.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
| English Only | 79.2% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 20.8% |
| 55% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $91,875 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $66,026 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,361 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,722 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 122 |
| County GDP | $179M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Commute Time | 8.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $279,700 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,361 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.4% |
| Obesity | 35.5% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.3% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 71.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.9% |
| Premature Death | 16,588/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 5.8% |
| Annual Average | 36.5°F |
| 32% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 21.4 inches |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 47.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 80 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 81.4 sq mi (210.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.7852°N, 156.8859°W |
| County FIPS | 02060 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.9% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Total Area | 81.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 8.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |