Zip Code 99689

AK · Population: 564

C
42/100
2
F
Safety
48
C
Affordability
39
D
Quality of Life
77
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99689

Zip code 99689 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 564 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 42/100), 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 $76,875, with home values near $152,100 and rents around $1,304/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 10.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

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
$76,875
Home Value
$152,100
Rent
$1,304/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
10.8%
Unemployment
1.8%
Owner-Occupied
55.8%
Rent Burden
20.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety2FLower crime = higher score
Affordability48CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life39DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy77B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall42CWeighted 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).