Alaska
Valdez is a small town in Alaska with a population of 3,911. Residents earn $97,067 per year, which is 29% above the national average.
Based on current data, Valdez receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Valdez offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Valdez is $97,067, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Valdez is $312,400, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,463 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 471 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,331 per 100,000, near the national average.
31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Valdez has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.9 inches, including 325.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
| English Only | 90.5% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.5% |
| 29% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $97,067 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,754 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,442 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,832 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 399 |
| County GDP | $1,473M |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,227 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.67% |
| Commute Time | 11.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
| Census Median | $312,400 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $342,998 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,463 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,227 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.67% |
| Obesity | 31.1% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.8% |
| Depression | 19.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 65.7% |
| Exercise Access | 66.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Total Violent | 471.2/100K |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 173.6/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 297.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,331.4/100K |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 74.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,984.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 272.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 39.7°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 67.9 inches |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 325.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 212.9 sq mi (551.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.0836°N, 146.3172°W |
| County FIPS | 02063 |
Winner: Republican by 11.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.0% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.86 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Total Area | 212.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Retail Stores | 36 |
| Avg Commute | 11.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |