Shageluk, AK

Alaska

Shageluk is a small town in Alaska with a population of 36.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
36 Population 3/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $43,739 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.4%
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population36
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$43,739
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$837M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Elevation72 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.4%
High School+95.5%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute7 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries2

Is Shageluk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shageluk receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Shageluk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Shageluk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Shageluk has a population of 36 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (69.4%), with 30.6% White.

Population

36
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.1%
Female 38.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Shageluk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shageluk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shageluk is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Shageluk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$43,739
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied42.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
In Shageluk, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma13.0%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress19.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.8%
Checkup Rate63.1%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Shageluk has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average27.9°F
48% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
43% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates62.6616°N, 159.5514°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 17.0% 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+36.4%
8% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score4.86
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.4 min
Work from Home0.0%
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