Stony River, AK

Alaska

Stony River is a small town in Alaska with a population of 16. Residents earn $118,750 per year, which is 58% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
16 Population 5/sq mi density
$118,750 Median Income $40,338 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
29°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$118,750 median income, 30.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,750
58% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 30.0%
733% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$118,750
Per Capita$40,338
Unemployment30.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$324M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp29°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Elevation223 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+40.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband10.0%
Libraries1

Is Stony River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stony River receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Stony River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stony River is $118,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Stony River among higher-income communities. At 30.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Stony River 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.

Stony River has a population of 16 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (75%), with 25% Black.

Population

16
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stony River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.3%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.7%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stony River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stony River is $118,750, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 30.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Stony River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,750
58% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,338
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$61,210

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment30.0%
733% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home60.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied40.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,000
43% above US avg

Health Metrics: Stony River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Premature Death20,904/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Stony River 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

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates61.7920°N, 156.5905°W
County FIPS02070
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 10.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+40.0%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home60.0%
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