Noatak, AK

Alaska

Noatak is a small town in Alaska with a population of 700. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
700 Population 44/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $19,255 per capita
$156,300 Home Value
$850 Median Rent
24°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 17.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.0%
372% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population700
Median Age23.7 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$19,255
Unemployment17.0%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$744M
Commute7 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease9.2%

Climate

Avg Temp24°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation94 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+80.9%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute7 min
Libraries1

Is Noatak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Noatak receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Noatak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Noatak is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 17.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Noatak is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Noatak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches, including 64.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Noatak has a population of 700 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 23.7 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.6%), with 1.3% White.

Population

700
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
23.7yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
16.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Noatak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.0%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.0%
124% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Noatak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Noatak is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Noatak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$19,255
Avg Weekly Wage$1,724
IRS Avg AGI$61,838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.0%
372% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$744M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.7 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Noatak is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg

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-Occupied81.2%

Property Tax

In Noatak, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease9.2%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma14.1%
COPD11.1%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress21.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death19,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access3.1%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Noatak has an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average24.0°F
56% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall64.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation94 ft (29 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.4 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates67.5895°N, 163.0104°W
County FIPS02188
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+80.9%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density44/sq mi
Total Area16.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.7 min
Work from Home12.5%

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