Naknek, AK

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.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
458 Population 6/sq mi density
$91,875 Median Income $66,026 per capita
$279,700 Home Value
$1,361 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,875 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$279,700 home value, $1,361/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,875
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $279,700
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,361
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population458
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,875
Per Capita$66,026
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$179M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$279,700
Rent$1,361
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation80 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+93.4%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute9 min
Libraries2

Is Naknek a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Naknek has a population of 458 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.3%), with 33.4% Hispanic.

Population

458
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
81.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.2%
Female 30.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Naknek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.2%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.8%
55% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Naknek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Naknek is $91,875, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Naknek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,875
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,026
Avg Weekly Wage$1,361
IRS Avg AGI$82,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Retail13
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.5 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Naknek is $279,700, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,361 (17% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,700
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,361
17% above US avg

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-Occupied58.4%

Property Tax

In Naknek, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Naknek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.2%
Checkup Rate65.9%
Premature Death16,588/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access5.8%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Naknek has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall47.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation80 ft (24 m)
Area81.4 sq mi (210.9 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates58.7852°N, 156.8859°W
County FIPS02060
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area81.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Restaurants21
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.5 min
Work from Home7.1%

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