Willow Creek, AK

Alaska

Willow Creek is a small town in Alaska with a population of 126. Residents earn $76,542 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
126 Population 3/sq mi density
$76,542 Median Income $47,583 per capita
$452,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
28°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,542 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$452,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,542
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $452,800
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.3%
67% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population126
Median Age71.5 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,542
Per Capita$47,583
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,473M

Housing

B
Home Value$452,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp28°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Elevation1,441 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.3%
High School+95.2%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband46.0%
Libraries2

Is Willow Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willow Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Willow Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willow Creek is $76,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willow Creek is $452,800, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Willow Creek is a highly educated community — 56.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Willow Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.3 inches, including 71.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Willow Creek has a population of 126 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 71.5 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.6%), with 21.4% Hispanic.

Population

126
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
71.5yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
37.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Willow Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willow Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willow Creek is $76,542, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Willow Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,542
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,583
Avg Weekly Wage$1,442
IRS Avg AGI$81,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)399
County GDP$1,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare24
Retail36
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,227
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Willow Creek is $452,800, 61% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$452,800
61% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,227
49% above US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
In Willow Creek, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Willow Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.0%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Willow Creek has an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average27.6°F
49% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.3 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall71.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,441 ft (439 m)
Area37.1 sq mi (96.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates61.8302°N, 145.1986°W
County FIPS02063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 56.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.3%
67% above US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area37.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants53
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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