Nikolai, AK

Alaska

Nikolai is a small town in Alaska with a population of 89. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
89 Population 20/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $33,173 per capita
$101,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
30°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,300 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population89
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$33,173
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute5 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp30°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation425 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+88.5%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute5 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries11

Is Nikolai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nikolai receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nikolai offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nikolai is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nikolai is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nikolai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Nikolai has a population of 89 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (87.6%), with 2.2% White, 2.2% Black.

Population

89
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nikolai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nikolai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nikolai is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Nikolai vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,173
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$85,064

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% 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 Rate4.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.5 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Nikolai is $101,300, 64% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,300
64% 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-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Rate4.94%
In Nikolai, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.3%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate46.0%
Checkup Rate61.9%
Premature Death8,874/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Nikolai has an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average29.8°F
45% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation425 ft (130 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates62.9991°N, 154.3749°W
County FIPS02122
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 57.0% 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+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score4.86
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants314
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.5 min
Work from Home2.6%
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