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South Naknek, AK

Alaska

South Naknek is a small town in Alaska with a population of 66. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
66 Population 1/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $35,259 per capita
$104,200 Home Value
$1,083 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $1,083/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,083
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 20%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$35,259
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$179M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$1,083
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking18.7%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute10 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries2

Is South Naknek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Naknek receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. South Naknek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Naknek is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Naknek is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,083 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

South Naknek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 47.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

South Naknek has a population of 66 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (48.5%), with 19.7% White.

Population

66
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
88.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

South Naknek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.1%
3% above US avg
Spanish18.9%
41% above US avg

Social Characteristics

South Naknek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Naknek is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: South Naknek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,259
Avg Weekly Wage$1,361
IRS Avg AGI$82,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Retail13
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.5 min
Drive Alone46.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.7%

Walkability

The median home value in South Naknek is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,083 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,083
7% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

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-Occupied52.5%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

In South Naknek, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Naknek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.9%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate64.6%
Dental Visits56.5%
Premature Death16,588/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access5.8%
South Naknek has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall47.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area88.2 sq mi (228.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates58.6755°N, 156.9941°W
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
County FIPS02060
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 40.0% 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+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area88.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries2
Restaurants21
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.5 min
Drive Alone46.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.7%

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