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Zip Code 99840

AK · Population: 1,303

C+
59/100
50
C+
Safety
82
A
Affordability
74
B+
Quality of Life
30
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99840

Zip code 99840 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 1,303 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 59/100), 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 $79,583 and home values around $434,300, 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 27.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 11% 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
$79,583
Home Value
$434,300
Rent
$1,044/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
27.8%
Unemployment
11%
Owner-Occupied
65.6%
Rent Burden
15.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life74B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy30DLower unemployment = higher
Overall59C+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).