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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 89.5% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.5% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,750 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,627 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,309 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 146 |
| County GDP | $144M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Commute Time | 12.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $171,400 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.5% |
| Obesity | 35.2% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 71.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 66.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,452/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 164.6 inches |
| 333% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 111.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 202 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.9592°N, 136.2151°W |
| County FIPS | 02105 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.5% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 36.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 12.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |