Sleetmute, AK

Alaska

Sleetmute is a small town in Alaska with a population of 61. Residents earn $27,917 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
61 Population 1/sq mi density
$27,917 Median Income $14,052 per capita
$115,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
29°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$27,917 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$115,600 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,917
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.5%
210% higher than US avg

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

People

Population61
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$27,917
Per Capita$14,052
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty38.5%
County GDP$324M
Commute5 min

Housing

A
Home Value$115,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp29°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Elevation180 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+78.6%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute5 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries1

Is Sleetmute a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sleetmute receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sleetmute has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sleetmute is $27,917, 63% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 38.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sleetmute is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sleetmute has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches, including 86.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Sleetmute has a population of 61 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.7%), with 3.3% White.

Population

61
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
98.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sleetmute vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.8%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.2%
207% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sleetmute vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sleetmute is $27,917, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Sleetmute vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,917
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,052
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$61,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.5%
210% above US avg
Establishments (County)152
County GDP$324M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare12
Retail19
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.5 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sleetmute is $115,600, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg

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-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg
Effective Rate4.33%
In Sleetmute, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress17.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.6%
Checkup Rate56.3%
Premature Death20,904/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access46.5%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Sleetmute has an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-6°F Jan (-21°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average28.9°F
46% below US avg
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall86.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area98.0 sq mi (253.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates61.6539°N, 157.1030°W
County FIPS02070
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below 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+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+78.6%
School Test Score4.86
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area98.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.5 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%
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