Yakutat, AK

Alaska

Yakutat is a small town in Alaska with a population of 506. Residents earn $80,625 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
506 Population 5/sq mi density
$80,625 Median Income $50,644 per capita
$185,000 Home Value
$1,276 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,625 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,000 home value, $1,276/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,625
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $185,000
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,276
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population506
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,625
Per Capita$50,644
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$42M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,000
Rent$1,276
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain140.4 in/yr
Elevation103 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+92.2%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute6 min

Is Yakutat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yakutat receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Yakutat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yakutat is $80,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yakutat is $185,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,276 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Yakutat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 140.4 inches, including 147.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Yakutat has a population of 506 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (41.9%), with 24.7% White, 5.5% Black.

Population

506
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
100.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.8%
Female 34.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Yakutat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.7%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.3%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yakutat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yakutat is $80,625, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Yakutat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,625
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,644
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$82,942

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)44
County GDP$42M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.8 min
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Yakutat is $185,000, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,276 (10% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,000
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,276
10% above US avg

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-Occupied60.9%

Property Tax

In Yakutat, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.8%
Checkup Rate65.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.3%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Yakutat has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation is 140.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall140.4 inches
269% above US avg
Snowfall147.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation103 ft (31 m)
Area100.4 sq mi (259.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates59.5636°N, 139.6062°W
County FIPS02282
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below 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+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area100.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Restaurants9
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.8 min
Work from Home10.3%
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