Zip Code 99685

AK · Population: 3,576

C
46/100
2
F
Safety
67
B
Affordability
47
C
Quality of Life
68
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99685

Zip code 99685 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 3,576 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 $113,625, with home values near $434,200 and rents around $1,765/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 18.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.7%.

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
$113,625
Home Value
$434,200
Rent
$1,765/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
18.6%
Unemployment
2.7%
Owner-Occupied
28.5%
Rent Burden
18.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety2FLower crime = higher score
Affordability67BLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life47CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy68BLower 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).