Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.11 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.2% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 46% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,657 (44%) |
| Some College | 524 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 560 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 236 (6.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 787 (20.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,676 ▲ 36% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $328,300 ▲ 18% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,637/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,754 |
| Vacant Units | 564 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bethel is a city in Alaska, located in Bethel Census Area County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 7,272 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 30 years.
Economically, Bethel is a upper-middle-income community. The median household income of $103,676 is above the national average. Approximately 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 7.1%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Bethel is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $328,300, which is above the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,637 per month.
The population of Bethel is moderately educated. 27.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 14.7%.
Bethel, AK offers residents above-average earning potential within Alaska.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99559 | 7,272 | $103,676 | $328,300 | $1,637 | 7.1% | 27.2% | 46.9% |