Two Rivers, AK

Alaska · Metropolitan Area

Two Rivers is a small town in Alaska with a population of 571.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
571 Population 21/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $52,092 per capita
$341,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $341,800
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population571
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,092
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,891M

Housing

Home Value$341,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Elevation853 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+95.8%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Two Rivers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Two Rivers receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Two Rivers has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Two Rivers is $341,800, 21% above the national median.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Two Rivers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches, including 54.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Two Rivers has a population of 571 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

571
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
27.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.4%
Female 36.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Two Rivers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Two Rivers vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Two Rivers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,092
Avg Weekly Wage$1,340
IRS Avg AGI$83,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,441
County GDP$7,891M

Business (County)

Restaurants247
Healthcare325
Retail270
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,621
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Two Rivers is $341,800, 21% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$341,800
21% above 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,621
89% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Two Rivers, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Two Rivers vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.2%
Premature Death8,713/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities325

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Two Rivers has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-9°F Jan (-23°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average28.1°F
48% below US avg
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.9 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall54.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area27.7 sq mi (71.7 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates64.8908°N, 147.0899°W
County FIPS02090
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% 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+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area27.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities325
Restaurants247
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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