Zip Code 99518

AK · Population: 10,351

C
46/100
2
F
Safety
49
C
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
76
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99518

Zip code 99518 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 10,351 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 46/100), 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 $86,963, with home values near $291,400 and rents around $1,627/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 31% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

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
$86,963
Home Value
$291,400
Rent
$1,627/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
31%
Unemployment
1.9%
Owner-Occupied
63%
Rent Burden
22.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety2FLower crime = higher score
Affordability49CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy76B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall46CWeighted 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).