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Sitka, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Sitka City and Borough County
Sitka, AK
At a Glance
How Sitka Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sitka's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sitka a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sitka residents earn a median household income of $101,207 , which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,532. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 413 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sitka is $442,100 , 57% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $472,854. Median rent is $1,350/month, with 29.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Sitka reports 188 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,974/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
34.4% of adults in Sitka hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above the national average). 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sitka has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 166 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 102.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.