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Wales, AK
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Wales, AK
At a Glance
How Wales Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wales's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wales a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wales residents earn a median household income of $38,125 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,448. The unemployment rate stands at 8.4% (133% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 290 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wales is $96,900 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Wales reports 1,249 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 229% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,483/100K.
Education
0.0% of adults in Wales hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below the national average). 84.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wales has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 274 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.