Nunapitchuk, AK

Alaska

Nunapitchuk is a small town in Alaska with a population of 766. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
766 Population 110/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $13,746 per capita
$86,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,700 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.1%
175% higher than US avg

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

People

Population766
Median Age23.4 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$13,746
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty34.1%
County GDP$837M
Commute7 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease9.6%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation9 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+67.2%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute7 min
Libraries2

Is Nunapitchuk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nunapitchuk receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nunapitchuk has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nunapitchuk is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 34.1% 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 Nunapitchuk is $86,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Nunapitchuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 64.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Nunapitchuk has a population of 766 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.6%).

Population

766
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
23.4yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nunapitchuk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only14.0%
82% below US avg
Spanish86.0%
542% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nunapitchuk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nunapitchuk is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Nunapitchuk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,746
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.1%
175% above US avg
Establishments (County)303
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare11
Retail55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.1 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nunapitchuk is $86,700, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,700
69% 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-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Rate6.11%
In Nunapitchuk, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 40.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.2%
Heart Disease9.6%
High Blood Pressure42.4%
Asthma14.7%
COPD13.1%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity40.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress23.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate65.0%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.9/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Nunapitchuk has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall64.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9 ft (3 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates60.8818°N, 162.4646°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.1% 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.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+67.2%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density110/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.1 min
Work from Home2.7%

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