Point Hope, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska
Point Hope, AK
At a Glance
How Point Hope Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Point Hope's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Point Hope a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Point Hope residents earn a median household income of $81,944 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,297. The unemployment rate stands at 25.4% (606% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Point Hope is $184,700 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $1,288/month, with 13.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Education
4.6% of adults in Point Hope hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below the national average). 78.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Point Hope has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches.