Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 16.4% ▲ 64% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.4% ▼ 42% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.0% ▲ 125% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 189 (35.8%) |
| Some College | 145 (27.5%) |
| Associates | 66 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 14 (2.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 114 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,035 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $214,137 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,039/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,041 |
| Vacant Units | 747 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lake and Peninsula County is located in Alaska and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 895 residents. With a median age of 33.33, it is a relatively young county.
Lake and Peninsula County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,035 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 11.0%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 16.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lake and Peninsula County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $214,137 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,039.
The residents of Lake and Peninsula County are racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 18.0%. Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lake and Peninsula County, AK is a solidly middle-class area in Alaska. The 12 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99564 | Chignik | 28 | $94,167 | $116,700 | — | 0.0% | 40.0% |
| 99565 | Chignik Lagoon | 31 | $68,333 | $177,500 | — | 0.0% | 22.2% |
| 99606 | Iliamna | 236 | $63,438 | $171,900 | — | 10.2% | 31.9% |
| 99625 | Levelock | 18 | $23,750 | — | — | 23.1% | 62.5% |
| 99640 | Nondalton | 88 | $51,667 | $137,500 | — | 31.3% | 21.6% |
| 99647 | Pedro Bay | 14 | $80,833 | $275,000 | — | 20.0% | 8.3% |
| 99648 | Perryville | 95 | $44,167 | $93,300 | $1,063 | 10.5% | 4.8% |
| 99649 | Pilot Point | 57 | $98,438 | $154,200 | $1,000 | 6.3% | 11.1% |
| 99653 | Port Alsworth | 174 | $66,250 | $450,000 | — | 11.1% | 15.8% |
| 99549 | Port Heiden | 73 | $67,917 | $137,500 | — | 9.5% | 14.8% |