Nelchina, AK

Alaska

Nelchina is a small town in Alaska with a population of 106.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
106 Population 2/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $31,790 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
26°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,790
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,473M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp26°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation3,372 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband40.0%
Libraries2

Is Nelchina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nelchina receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Nelchina faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

10.6% 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

Nelchina has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches, including 54.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Nelchina has a population of 106 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.7%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

106
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
47.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.7%
Female 62.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nelchina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nelchina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nelchina is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Nelchina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,790
Avg Weekly Wage$1,442
IRS Avg AGI$81,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)399
County GDP$1,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare24
Retail36
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,227
49% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$5,227
49% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Nelchina has an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-5°F Jan (-21°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average26.3°F
51% below US avg
January Average-5°F (-21°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall54.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,372 ft (1,028 m)
Area47.4 sq mi (122.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates62.0104°N, 146.8299°W
County FIPS02063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 40.0% 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+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area47.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants53
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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