Best Places to Live in Hyder, Alaska

Living in Hyder, AK is an unforgettable experience. The town, located near the Alaska/Canada border, is one of the few places in the world that receives snowfall year-round. It has a population of about 80 people who are very friendly and welcoming. The town is surrounded by stunning forests and mountains, and its coastline offers spectacular views of glaciers and the blue ocean. During summertime, people can enjoy activities like fishing, kayaking, camping and hiking in the lush landscape. Summers also bring colorful wildflowers to brighten up any outing or picnic. Winters are filled with skiing, snowboarding and ice fishing on frozen lakes. Despite its small size, Hyder is full of activities for everyone to enjoy all year-round!

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Hyder is 8.8% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Hyder jobs have increased by 0.8%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Hyder's cost of living is 3.0% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Hyder's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

July, August and June are the most pleasant months in Hyder, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Prince of Wales-Hyder Borough remained narrowly Democratic, 49.4% to 47.0%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Hyder's population is 13 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 100.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 16.0 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Hyder is Real Estate: $313,600. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 10.5%.

SCHOOLS

Hyder public schools spend $40,322 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 8.4 students per teacher in Hyder. More Education

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Housing Market in Hyder

It's a good time to buy in Hyder. Home Appreciation is up 10.5% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Hyder is $313,600.

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