Old Harbor, AK

Alaska

Old Harbor is a small town in Alaska with a population of 186. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
186 Population 11/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $19,207 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$863 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $863/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $863
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 57.1%
360% higher than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 7%

Economy

F
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$19,207
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty57.1%
County GDP$989M
Commute5 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$863
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation1,759 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+86.7%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute5 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries4

Is Old Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Harbor receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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, below-average incomes. Old Harbor has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Harbor is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 57.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Harbor is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Harbor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Old Harbor has a population of 186 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (91.4%), with 7% White.

Population

186
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
16.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Harbor is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 57.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Old Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,207
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$76,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% above US avg
Poverty Rate57.1%
360% above US avg
Establishments (County)475
County GDP$989M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare42
Retail36
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.7 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Harbor is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $863 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$863
26% 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-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Rate5.67%
In Old Harbor, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Old Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.5%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.5%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Old Harbor has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,759 ft (536 m)
Area16.2 sq mi (41.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates57.2188°N, 153.3297°W
County FIPS02150
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 75.0% 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+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area16.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants49
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.7 min
Work from Home10.4%

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