Tuluksak, AK

Alaska

Tuluksak is a small town in Alaska with a population of 324.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
324 Population 111/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,281 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.4%
258% higher than US avg

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

People

Population324
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female96% / 4%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,281
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty44.4%
County GDP$837M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease10.0%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation28 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband25.0%
Libraries2

Is Tuluksak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tuluksak receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Tuluksak faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 44.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

3.8% 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

Tuluksak 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.

Tuluksak has a population of 324 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

324
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 95.7%
Female 4.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tuluksak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tuluksak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tuluksak is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Tuluksak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,281
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.4%
258% 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home1.3%

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-Occupied33.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
In Tuluksak, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 39.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease10.0%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma14.3%
COPD13.1%
Stroke6.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity39.6%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress23.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate64.5%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Tuluksak 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

Elevation28 ft (9 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates61.1045°N, 160.9381°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 25.0% 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+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home1.3%

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