Zip Code 99901

AK · Population: 13,913

C
42/100
2
F
Safety
58
C+
Affordability
58
C+
Quality of Life
51
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 99901

Zip code 99901 is located in Alaska and is home to approximately 13,913 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 $82,763, with home values near $361,000 and rents around $1,275/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 28.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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
$82,763
Home Value
$361,000
Rent
$1,275/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
28.5%
Unemployment
4.1%
Owner-Occupied
65.7%
Rent Burden
18.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety2FLower crime = higher score
Affordability58C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life58C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy51C+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).