Zip Code 99515

AK · Population: 21,629

C
49/100
2
F
Safety
67
B
Affordability
72
B+
Quality of Life
56
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99515

Zip code 99515 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 21,629 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 49/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

The median household income here is $110,613, with home values near $381,200 and rents around $1,698/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 40.6% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.7%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$110,613
Home Value
$381,200
Rent
$1,698/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
40.6%
Unemployment
3.7%
Owner-Occupied
79.3%
Rent Burden
18.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety2FLower crime = higher score
Affordability67BLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life72B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy56C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall49CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).