Twin Hills, AK

Alaska

Twin Hills is a small town in Alaska with a population of 68. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
68 Population 3/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $15,444 per capita
$55,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.5%
210% higher than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans36.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$15,444
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty38.5%
County GDP$837M
Commute7 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp31°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+74.4%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute7 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries2

Is Twin Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Twin Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Twin Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Twin Hills is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 38.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Twin Hills is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Twin Hills 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.

Twin Hills has a population of 68 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.1%), with 2.9% White.

Population

68
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
22.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Twin Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.2%
54% below US avg
Spanish63.8%
376% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Twin Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twin Hills is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Twin Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,444
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$47,363

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.5%
210% 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 Rate9.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Twin Hills is $55,000, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg

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-Occupied69.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,300
51% above US avg
Effective Rate9.64%
In Twin Hills, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Twin Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma14.0%
COPD9.5%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.6%
Checkup Rate61.0%
Premature Death18,066/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Twin Hills 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

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area22.9 sq mi (59.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates59.0818°N, 160.2806°W
County FIPS02050
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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. 15.0% 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+74.4%
School Test Score4.86
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area22.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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