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Whale Pass, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area County
Whale Pass, AK
At a Glance
How Whale Pass Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whale Pass's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whale Pass a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whale Pass residents earn a median household income of $32,500 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,689. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 231 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whale Pass is $241,700 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $366,597. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2000.
Safety & Crime
Whale Pass reports 1,266 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 233% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,582/100K.
Education
42.0% of adults in Whale Pass hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above the national average). 78.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Whale Pass has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 166 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.