Nikolaevsk, AK

Alaska

Nikolaevsk is a small town in Alaska with a population of 202. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
202 Population 6/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $28,387 per capita
$187,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$187,500 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.6%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population202
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C+
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$28,387
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty24.4%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Elevation756 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.6%
High School+85.4%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute33 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries11

Is Nikolaevsk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nikolaevsk receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nikolaevsk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nikolaevsk is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nikolaevsk is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nikolaevsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches, including 100.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Nikolaevsk has a population of 202 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 8.4% Hispanic.

Population

202
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
34.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Nikolaevsk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nikolaevsk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nikolaevsk is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Nikolaevsk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,387
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$85,064

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above 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 Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Nikolaevsk is $187,500, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% 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-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Nikolaevsk, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.1%
Checkup Rate61.8%
Premature Death8,874/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Nikolaevsk has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.7 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall100.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation756 ft (230 m)
Area34.9 sq mi (90.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates59.8296°N, 151.5964°W
County FIPS02122
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 86.0% 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+31.6%
6% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score4.86
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area34.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants314
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Work from Home20.3%

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