Thorne Bay, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area County
Thorne Bay, AK
At a Glance
How Thorne Bay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thorne Bay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thorne Bay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thorne Bay residents earn a median household income of $61,750 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,182. The unemployment rate stands at 9.7% (169% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 231 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thorne Bay is $234,600 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $294,630. Median rent is $934/month, with 16.1% 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 1986.
Education
35.2% of adults in Thorne Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thorne Bay has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 85.2 inches.