Best Places to Live in Kivalina, Alaska

Living in Kivalina, AK is a unique experience. The harsh Arctic climate makes it a challenge to survive at times, but the close-knit community of just over 400 people creates an atmosphere of care and camaraderie. Despite the harsh environment, Kivalina is home to several amenities such as a post office, store, clinic, and school. The town also has a rich history of Inupiat culture which continues today with traditional hunting and fishing practices. With its stunning natural beauty, vibrant culture, and tight-knit community, Kivalina is a truly special place to call home.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Kivalina is 12.2% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Kivalina jobs have decreased by 0.7%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Kivalina's cost of living is 1.3% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Kivalina's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

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

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Northwest Arctic Borough remained moderately Democratic, 50.1% to 43.1%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Kivalina's population is 905 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 78.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 0.0 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Kivalina is Real Estate: $117,400. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 1.6%.

SCHOOLS

Kivalina public schools spend $41,793 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 15.8 students per teacher in Kivalina. More Education

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Housing Market in Kivalina

It's a good time to buy in Kivalina. Home Appreciation is up 1.6% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Kivalina is $117,400.

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