Platinum, AK

Alaska

Platinum is a small town in Alaska with a population of 25.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
25 Population 1/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $35,344 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population25
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,344
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
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
Elevation1,652 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband6.0%
Libraries2

Is Platinum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Platinum receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Platinum stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Platinum 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.

Platinum has a population of 25 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

25
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
47.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Platinum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.2%
17% below US avg
Spanish34.8%
160% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Platinum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Platinum is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Platinum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,344
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Home21.4%

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate8.7%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Platinum 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

Elevation1,652 ft (504 m)
Area47.3 sq mi (122.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates58.9526°N, 161.7470°W
County FIPS02050
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. 6.0% 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+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area47.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home21.4%

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