Oscarville, AK

Alaska

Oscarville is a small town in Alaska with a population of 56.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
56 Population 22/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,925 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,925
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$837M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+75.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband20.0%
Libraries2

Is Oscarville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oscarville receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Oscarville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oscarville 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.

Oscarville has a population of 56 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

56
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oscarville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only24.3%
69% below US avg
Spanish75.7%
465% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oscarville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oscarville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Oscarville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,925
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied46.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Oscarville 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

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates60.7234°N, 161.7882°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 20.0% 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+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+75.0%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home6.7%

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