Nightmute, AK

Alaska

Nightmute is a small town in Alaska with a population of 67. Residents earn $61,071 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
67 Population 1/sq mi density
$61,071 Median Income $11,934 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$61,071 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,071
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans51.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,071
Per Capita$11,934
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$181M

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease10.0%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+82.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband14.0%

Is Nightmute a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nightmute receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Nightmute stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nightmute is $61,071, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Nightmute is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nightmute has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 64.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Nightmute has a population of 67 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

67
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
99.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Nightmute vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only4.3%
95% below US avg
Spanish95.7%
614% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nightmute vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nightmute is $61,071, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Nightmute vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,071
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,934
Avg Weekly Wage$748
IRS Avg AGI$27,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$181M

Business (County)

Healthcare6
Retail26

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nightmute is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% 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

In Nightmute, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 39.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes17.1%
Heart Disease10.0%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma14.1%
COPD13.0%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity39.5%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress23.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate64.4%
Premature Death24,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Nightmute has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall64.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area99.0 sq mi (256.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates60.4624°N, 164.8346°W
County FIPS02158
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 14.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+82.1%
School Test Score4.86
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area99.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access14.0%
Healthcare Facilities6
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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