Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 27.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 4.05 |
| Below Poverty | 18.2% ▲ 82% above avg |
| College Grads | 16.8% ▼ 57% below avg |
| Unemployment | 19.3% ▲ 294% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,594 (44.9%) |
| Some College | 576 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 694 (19.6%) |
| Bachelors | 171 (4.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 499 (14.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,031 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $176,710 ▼ 37% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,221/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,480 |
| Vacant Units | 663 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Northwest Arctic County is located in Alaska and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,611 residents. With a median age of 27.31, it is a young county.
Northwest Arctic County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $81,031 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 19.3%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 18.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Northwest Arctic County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $176,710 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,220. Homeownership rates are high at 62.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Northwest Arctic County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 9.9%. Educational attainment is less-educated — 16.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average.
Northwest Arctic County, AK is a middle-income area in Alaska. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99786 | Ambler | 201 | $41,563 | $86,700 | $475 | 29.3% | 11.9% |
| 99727 | Buckland | 629 | $56,136 | $72,000 | $1,054 | 33.3% | 6.8% |
| 99736 | Deering | 205 | $55,625 | $106,300 | $625 | 20.5% | 17.1% |
| 99749 | Kiana | 473 | $66,406 | $121,900 | $925 | 28.8% | 19.7% |
| 99750 | Kivalina | 813 | $70,278 | $119,600 | $1,028 | 23.7% | 2.5% |
| 99751 | Kobuk | 125 | $31,429 | — | $1,304 | 5.4% | 0.0% |
| 99752 | Kotzebue | 3,129 | $106,328 | $264,500 | $1,610 | 5.7% | 30.0% |
| 99761 | Noatak | 700 | $77,500 | $156,300 | $850 | 30.6% | 7.0% |
| 99763 | Noorvik | 722 | $63,125 | $137,500 | — | 31.7% | 4.4% |
| 99770 | Selawik | 403 | $50,833 | $72,500 | $488 | 34.8% | 7.4% |
| 99773 | Shungnak | 211 | $76,667 | $85,000 | — | 29.0% | 5.2% |