Wiseman, AK

Alaska

Wiseman is a small town in Alaska with a population of 22.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
22 Population 0/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
23°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population22
Median AgeN/A
Density0/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$384M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp23°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Elevation3,205 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband5.0%
Libraries11

Is Wiseman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wiseman receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Wiseman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wiseman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F. Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Wiseman has a population of 22 with a density of 0 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (63.6%), with 36.4% Hispanic.

Population

22
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
78.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wiseman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wiseman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wiseman is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Wiseman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,002
IRS Avg AGI$46,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)237
County GDP$384M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare3
Retail29

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home100.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

Health Metrics: Wiseman vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate0.0%
Premature Death22,704/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.7/10
Exercise Access19.5%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Wiseman has an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-23°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average22.6°F
58% below US avg
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,205 ft (977 m)
Area78.0 sq mi (202.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates67.4813°N, 150.1590°W
County FIPS02290
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin. 5.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area78.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access5.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants8
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home100.0%
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