Womens Bay, AK

Alaska

Womens Bay is a small town in Alaska with a population of 994. Residents earn $102,292 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
994 Population 23/sq mi density
$102,292 Median Income $51,689 per capita
$462,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°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
$102,292 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$462,600 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,292
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $462,600
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.7%
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population994
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,292
Per Capita$51,689
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$989M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$462,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation663 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.7%
High School+91.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Womens Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Womens Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Womens Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Womens Bay is $102,292, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Womens Bay among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Womens Bay is $462,600, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Womens Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Womens Bay has a population of 994 with a density of 23 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.3%), with 26.6% Hispanic.

Population

994
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
43.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Womens Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Womens Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Womens Bay is $102,292, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Womens Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,292
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,689
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$76,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)475
County GDP$989M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare42
Retail36
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home22.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Womens Bay is $462,600, 64% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$462,600
64% 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-Occupied90.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,383
54% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Womens Bay, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Womens Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Checkup Rate65.9%
Premature Death8,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Womens Bay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area43.9 sq mi (113.8 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates57.6870°N, 152.6847°W
County FIPS02150
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 39.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.7%
18% above US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score4.86
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area43.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants49
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home22.9%

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