Ouzinkie, AK

Alaska

Ouzinkie is a small town in Alaska with a population of 97. Residents earn $27,813 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
97 Population 18/sq mi density
$27,813 Median Income $28,649 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$27,813 median income, 22.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,813
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.1%
514% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$27,813
Per Capita$28,649
Unemployment22.1%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$989M
Commute3 min

Housing

A
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain102.5 in/yr
Elevation337 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+91.6%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute3 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries4

Is Ouzinkie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ouzinkie receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ouzinkie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ouzinkie is $27,813, 63% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ouzinkie is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ouzinkie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 102.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Ouzinkie has a population of 97 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (95.9%), with 4.1% White.

Population

97
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ouzinkie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ouzinkie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ouzinkie is $27,813, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes.

Income: Ouzinkie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,813
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,649
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$76,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.1%
514% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% 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 Rate4.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time3.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ouzinkie is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% 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-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Rate4.78%
In Ouzinkie, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma12.9%
COPD7.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.4%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Ouzinkie has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. Annual precipitation is 102.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average38.1°F
29% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall102.5 inches
170% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation337 ft (103 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates57.9247°N, 152.4624°W
County FIPS02150
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 40.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants49
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute3.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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