Port Alsworth, AK

Alaska

Port Alsworth is a small town in Alaska with a population of 174. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
174 Population 8/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $107,906 per capita
$450,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 10.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$450,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $450,000
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 20%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$107,906
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute13 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$450,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp35°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Elevation724 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+97.6%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute13 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries11

Is Port Alsworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Alsworth receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Port Alsworth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Alsworth is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Alsworth is $450,000, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Alsworth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Port Alsworth has a population of 174 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (69%), with 19.5% White, 11.5% Black.

Population

174
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
22.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.7%
Female 29.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Alsworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Alsworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Alsworth is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Port Alsworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$107,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$85,064

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,368
County GDP$3,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants314
Healthcare271
Retail270
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Alsworth is $450,000, 60% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$450,000
60% above 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-Occupied43.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,008
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Port Alsworth, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate55.7%
Checkup Rate61.5%
Premature Death8,874/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities271

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Port Alsworth has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average34.8°F
36% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.6 inches
38% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation724 ft (221 m)
Area22.6 sq mi (58.4 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates60.1567°N, 154.3396°W
County FIPS02122
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 21.0% 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+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area22.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants314
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Work from Home1.6%

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