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White Mountain, AK
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White Mountain, AK
At a Glance
How White Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows White Mountain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is White Mountain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
White Mountain residents earn a median household income of $56,563 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,003. The unemployment rate stands at 12.1% (236% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.7% 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 White Mountain is $104,700 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $1,025/month, with 17.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
White Mountain reports 1,490 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 292% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,348/100K.
Education
10.2% of adults in White Mountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
White Mountain has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.