Newtok, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
40 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,676 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
8 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$723 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,428 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bethel Census Area
7
Alaska
6
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bethel Census Area
1
Alaska
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 15
Feb 2 10 18
Mar 2 10 23
Apr 1 5 33
May 2 1 45
Jun 2 0 53
Jul 3 0 57
Aug 4 0 55
Sep 4 0 48
Oct 3 4 35
Nov 3 15 23
Dec 3 18 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 73% of residents leaning left and 20% leaning right.

Liberal (73%) (20%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 15%
Hillary Clinton 77%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District S, AK State House District 38, AK
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Schools

Ayaprun School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Paul T Albert Memorial School
32 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Negtemiut Elitnaurviat School
32 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Nelson Island Area School
32 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Alaska Career College
494 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
495 miles, E • 2.3 star
Alaska Pacific University
495 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
97 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bethel Airport
95 miles, SE • 1 star
Nome Airport
248 miles, N • 1 star
Dillingham Airport
249 miles, SE • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
318 miles, SE • 1 star
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