Port Alexander, AK

Alaska

Port Alexander is a small town in Alaska with a population of 26. Residents earn $37,917 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
26 Population 7/sq mi density
$37,917 Median Income $21,281 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$37,917 median income, 18.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,917
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.2%
406% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population26
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans36.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,917
Per Capita$21,281
Unemployment18.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$294M

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain162.0 in/yr
Elevation79 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband24.0%
Libraries8

Is Port Alexander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Alexander receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Port Alexander stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Alexander is $37,917, 50% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Alexander is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Port Alexander experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 162.0 inches, including 56.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Port Alexander has a population of 26 with a density of 7 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

26
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.4%
Female 34.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Alexander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Alexander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Alexander is $37,917, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Port Alexander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,917
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,281
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$74,196

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.2%
406% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$294M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare17
Retail24
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,200
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.62%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Alexander is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% 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-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,200
49% above US avg
Effective Rate4.62%
In Port Alexander, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Alexander vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate53.8%
Checkup Rate65.4%
Premature Death14,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access32.0%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Port Alexander has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 162.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall162.0 inches
326% above US avg
Snowfall56.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates56.2376°N, 134.6528°W
County FIPS02198
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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. 24.0% 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 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants29
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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