North Pole, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Fairbanks North Star Borough County
North Pole, AK
At a Glance
How North Pole Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Pole's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Pole a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Pole residents earn a median household income of $93,355 , which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,377. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,441 business establishments, including 247 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Pole is $272,000 , 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $332,638. Median rent is $1,281/month, with 23.8% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
North Pole reports 281 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,888/100K.
Education
27.1% of adults in North Pole hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
North Pole has an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.