King Cove, AK is a small fishing village located in Aleutians East Borough of Alaska. It is known for its natural beauty and abundance of fish and wildlife. The community has a population of around 862 people, according to the 2010 US Census. In terms of bestplaces rankings, King Cove, AK ranks highly in areas such as cost of living index, housing affordability index, climate and employment rate. The cost of living index in King Cove is 5% higher than the national average while the housing affordability index is 11% lower than the national average. Furthermore, its climate is ranked at 1/10 which indicates that it has generally mild winters with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing point. Lastly, King Cove boasts an employment rate of about 89%, which makes it one of the highest ranking towns in this regard. All these factors make King Cove an ideal place for those looking to live in a rural environment with access to some basic amenities while still being able to enjoy the scenery and wildlife around them.
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