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Shungnak, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Northwest Arctic Borough County
Shungnak, AK
At a Glance
How Shungnak Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shungnak's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shungnak a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shungnak residents earn a median household income of $76,667 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,264. The unemployment rate stands at 15.9% (342% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 148 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shungnak is $85,000 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,301. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Shungnak reports 1,490 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 292% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,348/100K.
Education
0.0% of adults in Shungnak hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below the national average). 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shungnak has an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 274 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.