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Zip Code 99574

AK · Population: 2,616

C+
56/100
50
C+
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
75
B+
Quality of Life
27
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99574

Zip code 99574 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 2,616 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 56/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $79,483 and home values around $338,300, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 28.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 12% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$79,483
Home Value
$338,300
Rent
$1,335/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
28.2%
Unemployment
12%
Owner-Occupied
65.9%
Rent Burden
20.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life75B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy27FLower unemployment = higher
Overall56C+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).