Newhalen, AK

Alaska

Newhalen is a small town in Alaska with a population of 100. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
100 Population 17/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $28,240 per capita
$203,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$203,100 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $203,100
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population100
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$28,240
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation119 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+96.2%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute8 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries11

Is Newhalen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newhalen receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Newhalen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newhalen is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newhalen is $203,100, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newhalen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Newhalen has a population of 100 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (88%), with 8% White.

Population

100
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Newhalen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newhalen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newhalen is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Newhalen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,240
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$85,064

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,368
County GDP$3,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants314
Healthcare271
Retail270
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Newhalen is $203,100, 28% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,100
28% 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-Occupied96.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In Newhalen, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma13.4%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress17.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate66.6%
Premature Death8,874/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities271

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Newhalen has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation119 ft (36 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates59.7371°N, 154.9024°W
County FIPS02122
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 28.0% 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+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants314
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.2 min
Work from Home0.0%
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