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Unalakleet, Alaska

Unalakleet, Alaska, in Nome county, is 383 miles NW of Anchorage, Alaska. The city contains a population of approximately 747.

The People and Families of Unalakleet

In Unalakleet, about 45% of adults are married. Unalakleet has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in the city.

Unlike most cities, Unalakleet has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Unalakleet had a median family income of $45,625.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in Unalakleet.

Unalakleet Housing

Unalakleet has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 61% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places.

Commuting

In Unalakleet, 18% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Unalakleet can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Unalakleet strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alaska):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyUnalakleet Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Unalakleet Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Unalakleet, AK

Comparing Unalakleet to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alaska (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population107
Children Under 5 Years Old95
Well-Paid Single Men74
Senior Citizens19
Racial Diversity14
Age of the Population15
Female Share of the Population14

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size107
Portion of People Married34

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults87
Median Family Income74
People in Middle Class or Better55
People Above Poverty56

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Public Transportation Use97
Walking and Biking to Work76
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built94
Seasonal and Vacation Housing94
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals84
Affordability of Property Taxes58
Affordability of Rents38
People Living Alone23
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