Quinhagak, AK

Alaska

Quinhagak is a small town in Alaska with a population of 1,302. Residents earn $48,594 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,302 Population 306/sq mi density
$48,594 Median Income $15,012 per capita
$35,000 Home Value
$788 Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$48,594 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $788/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,594
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $35,000
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.7%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,302
Median Age25.4 yrs
Density306/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

D
Median Income$48,594
Per Capita$15,012
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty27.7%
County GDP$837M
Commute4 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$35,000
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease10.4%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation22 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+68.2%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute4 min
Libraries2

Is Quinhagak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quinhagak receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Quinhagak has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quinhagak is $48,594, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quinhagak is $35,000, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Quinhagak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 64.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Quinhagak has a population of 1,302 with a density of 306 people per square mile. The median age is 25.4 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.3%), with 2.5% White.

Population

1,302
Total Population
306
People / sq mi
25.4yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Quinhagak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only25.5%
68% below US avg
Spanish74.5%
456% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Quinhagak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quinhagak is $48,594, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.

Income: Quinhagak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,594
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,012
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.7%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)303
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare11
Retail55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate15.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Quinhagak is $35,000, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg

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-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Rate15.14%
In Quinhagak, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 39.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Quinhagak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease10.4%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma14.4%
COPD13.1%
Stroke6.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity39.8%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress23.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate64.7%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.9/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Quinhagak has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall64.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density306/sq mi
Coordinates59.7513°N, 161.8972°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+68.2%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density306/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

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