Togiak, AK

Alaska

Togiak is a small town in Alaska with a population of 993. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
993 Population 24/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $29,543 per capita
$102,500 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
31°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,500 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,500
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.9%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population993
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 9%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$29,543
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty21.9%
County GDP$837M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+81.3%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute8 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries2

Is Togiak a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Togiak is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Togiak is $102,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Togiak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 64.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Togiak has a population of 993 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (86.9%), with 9.4% White, 2.6% Black.

Population

993
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
42.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Togiak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.7%
37% below US avg
Spanish50.3%
275% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Togiak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Togiak is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Togiak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,543
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.9%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)303
County GDP$837M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare11
Retail55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.9 min
Drive Alone23.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Togiak is $102,500, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,500
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

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-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Rate5.17%
In Togiak, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma13.8%
COPD10.4%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress20.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate63.7%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.9/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Togiak has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall64.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area42.0 sq mi (108.8 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates59.0529°N, 160.3969°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 69.0% 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+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+81.3%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area42.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.9 min
Drive Alone23.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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