Noorvik, AK

Alaska

Noorvik is a small town in Alaska with a population of 722. Residents earn $63,125 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
722 Population 785/sq mi density
$63,125 Median Income $17,695 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
24°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$63,125 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population722
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density785/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$17,695
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$744M
Commute7 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp24°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation49 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+77.9%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute7 min
Broadband78.7%
Libraries1

Is Noorvik a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Noorvik receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Noorvik has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Noorvik is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Noorvik is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Noorvik 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.

Noorvik has a population of 722 with a density of 785 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (80.6%), with 1.8% White.

Population

722
Total Population
785
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Noorvik vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.0%
8% below US avg
Spanish28.0%
109% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Noorvik vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Noorvik is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Noorvik vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,125
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,695
Avg Weekly Wage$1,724
IRS Avg AGI$61,838

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$744M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.5 min
Drive Alone18.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Noorvik is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied68.9%

Property Tax

In Noorvik, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma14.0%
COPD11.0%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress21.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death19,918/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Noorvik 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

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density785/sq mi
Coordinates66.8282°N, 161.0347°W
County FIPS02188
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 78.7% 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+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+77.9%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density785/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.5 min
Drive Alone18.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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