Alaska
Shungnak is a small town in Alaska with a population of 211. Residents earn $76,667 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
Based on current data, Shungnak receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Shungnak stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Shungnak is $76,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% 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.
The median home value in Shungnak is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Shungnak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches, including 77.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
| English Only | 54.2% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 45.8% |
| 242% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $76,667 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,264 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,724 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,838 |
| Unemployment | 15.9% |
| 342% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.0% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148 |
| County GDP | $744M |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Commute Time | 3.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.9% |
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 95.5% |
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.6% |
| Heart Disease | 8.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.1% |
| Asthma | 14.5% |
| COPD | 11.1% |
| Stroke | 5.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.7% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 21.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 67.0% |
| Premature Death | 19,918/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 3.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Annual Average | 26.0°F |
| 52% below US avg | |
| January Average | -10°F (-23°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 13.9 inches |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 77.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 113 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 66.8805°N, 157.1500°W |
| County FIPS | 02188 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 46.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Retail Stores | 14 |
| Avg Commute | 3.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.9% |