Saxman, AK

Alaska

Saxman is a small town in Alaska with a population of 354. Residents earn $49,808 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
354 Population 365/sq mi density
$49,808 Median Income $26,533 per capita
$284,400 Home Value $279,263 Zillow
$1,023 Median Rent
47°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
$49,808 median income, 4.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$284,400 home value, $1,023/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,808
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $284,400
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,023
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population354
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density365/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,808
Per Capita$26,533
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$1,237M
Commute20 min

Housing

B
Home Value$284,400
Rent$1,023
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,263

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain157.3 in/yr
Elevation285 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+87.7%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Saxman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saxman receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Saxman has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saxman is $49,808, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saxman is $284,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,023 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Saxman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 157.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Saxman has a population of 354 with a density of 365 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (77.4%), with 21.5% White.

Population

354
Total Population
365
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saxman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Saxman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saxman is $49,808, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Saxman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,808
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,533
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$87,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)623
County GDP$1,237M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare51
Retail101
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saxman is $284,400, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,023 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,263.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$284,400
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,023
12% 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-Occupied59.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Saxman, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD5.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death9,819/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access80.9%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Saxman has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 157.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall157.3 inches
314% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density365/sq mi
Coordinates55.3232°N, 131.5892°W
County FIPS02130
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% 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+5.2%
85% below US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density365/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants66
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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