Pelican, AK

Alaska

Pelican is a small town in Alaska with a population of 45. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
45 Population 82/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $28,627 per capita
$171,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$171,400 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,400
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.5%
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population45
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$28,627
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$144M
Commute13 min

Housing

A
Home Value$171,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain164.6 in/yr
Elevation202 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.5%
High School+91.9%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute13 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries3

Is Pelican a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pelican receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pelican stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pelican is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pelican is $171,400, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pelican has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 164.6 inches, including 111.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Pelican has a population of 45 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.4%), with 35.6% Hispanic.

Population

45
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pelican vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pelican vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pelican is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Pelican vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,627
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$62,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)146
County GDP$144M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare8
Retail18
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pelican is $171,400, 39% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,400
39% 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-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

In Pelican, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.9%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death9,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access37.9%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Pelican has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 164.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall164.6 inches
333% above US avg
Snowfall111.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation202 ft (62 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates57.9592°N, 136.2151°W
County FIPS02105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 40.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 36.0% 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+40.5%
20% above US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score4.86
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants13
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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