Point Lay, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Northwest Arctic Borough County
Point Lay, AK
At a Glance
How Point Lay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Point Lay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Point Lay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Point Lay residents earn a median household income of $92,000 , which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,425. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 148 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Point Lay is $117,000 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $825/month, with 11.3% 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 1986.
Education
7.8% of adults in Point Lay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 81.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Point Lay 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.