Zip Code 99516

AK · Population: 21,788

C+
57/100
2
F
Safety
97
A+
Affordability
80
A
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99516

Zip code 99516 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 21,788 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 57/100), 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.

With a median household income of $151,291 and home values around $541,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 56.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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
$151,291
Home Value
$541,400
Rent
$1,245/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
56.4%
Unemployment
4.2%
Owner-Occupied
88.7%
Rent Burden
9.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety2FLower crime = higher score
Affordability97A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life80AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall57C+Weighted 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).