Tuntutuliak, AK

Alaska

Tuntutuliak is a small town in Alaska with a population of 616. Residents earn $53,625 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
616 Population 5/sq mi density
$53,625 Median Income $22,930 per capita
N/A Home Value
$525 Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$53,625 median income, 13.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$525/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,625
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.8%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.7%
281% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population616
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,625
Per Capita$22,930
Unemployment13.7%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$837M
Commute4 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease9.4%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation10 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.8%
High School+86.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute4 min
Libraries2

Is Tuntutuliak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tuntutuliak receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Tuntutuliak has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tuntutuliak is $53,625, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tuntutuliak 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.

Tuntutuliak has a population of 616 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.7%).

Population

616
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
116.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.1%
Female 60.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tuntutuliak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only26.3%
66% below US avg
Spanish73.7%
450% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tuntutuliak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tuntutuliak is $53,625, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.

Income: Tuntutuliak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,625
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,930
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.7%
281% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% 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

Commute Time3.9 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg

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-Occupied69.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
In Tuntutuliak, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 40.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.1%
Heart Disease9.4%
High Blood Pressure42.2%
Asthma15.0%
COPD13.2%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity40.2%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress23.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate65.2%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Tuntutuliak 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

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area116.0 sq mi (300.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates60.4103°N, 162.6697°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.8%
95% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score4.86
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area116.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute3.9 min
Work from Home4.9%

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