Unalakleet, AK

Alaska

Unalakleet is a small town in Alaska with a population of 800. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
800 Population 281/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $42,786 per capita
$163,800 Home Value
$1,180 Median Rent 11.9% income on rent
28°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,800 home value, $1,180/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $163,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.9%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,180
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population800
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density281/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$42,786
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$181M
Commute3 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,800
Rent$1,180
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden11.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.9%
High School+94.7%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute3 min

Is Unalakleet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Unalakleet receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Unalakleet stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Unalakleet is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Unalakleet is $163,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,180 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Unalakleet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Unalakleet has a population of 800 with a density of 281 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (74.5%), with 25% White.

Population

800
Total Population
281
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Unalakleet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.1%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.9%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Unalakleet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Unalakleet is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 3 minutes.

Income: Unalakleet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,786
Avg Weekly Wage$748
IRS Avg AGI$27,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$181M

Business (County)

Healthcare6
Retail26

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time3.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Unalakleet is $163,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,180 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,800
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,180
1% above US avg
Rent Burden11.9%

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-Occupied56.3%

Property Tax

In Unalakleet, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease9.1%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma13.7%
COPD11.9%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity36.1%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress21.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate65.1%
Premature Death24,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Unalakleet has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average27.9°F
48% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
43% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density281/sq mi
Coordinates63.8942°N, 160.7968°W
County FIPS02158
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 43.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above 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+43.9%
30% above US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density281/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities6
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute3.2 min
Work from Home9.5%
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