Nome, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Nome Census Area County
Nome, AK
At a Glance
How Nome Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Nome's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Nome a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Nome residents earn a median household income of $113,561 , which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,793. The unemployment rate stands at 8.5% (136% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 290 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Nome is $338,900 , 20% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $1,567/month, with 21.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Nome reports 829 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 118% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 718/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Nome hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Nome has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches.