Port Lions, AK

Alaska

Port Lions is a small town in Alaska with a population of 151. Residents earn $51,111 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
151 Population 30/sq mi density
$51,111 Median Income $39,464 per capita
$189,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$51,111 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$189,100 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
0.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,111
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,100
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.9%
97% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population151
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 29%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,111
Per Capita$39,464
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$989M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation132 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.9%
High School+92.2%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute8 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries4

Is Port Lions a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Lions receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Port Lions has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Lions is $51,111, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Lions is $189,100, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Lions has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Port Lions has a population of 151 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (70.9%), with 29.1% White.

Population

151
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Lions vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Lions vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Lions is $51,111, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Port Lions vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,111
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,464
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$76,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)475
County GDP$989M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare42
Retail36
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.3 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Lions is $189,100, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,100
33% 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-Occupied88.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
In Port Lions, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.8%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Port Lions has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation132 ft (40 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates57.8670°N, 152.8562°W
County FIPS02150
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 66.0% 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+0.9%
97% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants49
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.3 min
Work from Home4.3%

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