Zip Code 99587

AK · Population: 1,889

C
43/100
2
F
Safety
84
A
Affordability
47
C
Quality of Life
39
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99587

Zip code 99587 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 1,889 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 43/100), 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 $111,797 and home values around $506,700, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 45% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5.1%, 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
$111,797
Home Value
$506,700
Rent
$1,327/mo
Median Age
49
College Educated
45%
Unemployment
5.1%
Owner-Occupied
61.4%
Rent Burden
14.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety2FLower crime = higher score
Affordability84ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life47CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy39DLower unemployment = higher
Overall43CWeighted 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).