Attu Station, AK Economy

Attu Station, AK is a small community located on Attu Island in the western end of the Aleutian Islands. It has a population of just over 40 people and is known for its beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Residents of Attu Station enjoy a high quality of life with access to two bedroom housing coming in at $1,650 per month, slightly more expensive than the national average of $1,430. In addition, grocery costs are higher here with an index score of 275 versus 100 nationally.
The local community offers plenty of activities for its residents such as fishing, hiking, bird-watching, kayaking and camping trips along the shorelines or in the nearby lakes and mountains. There are also a few businesses that operate within town including an Alaska Native Corporation store which provides food supplies as well as clothing gear and other items related to outdoor activities. Attu Station is also home to some interesting attractions such as abandoned WWII bunkers from the Japanese occupation of Aleutian Islands during World War II and two historic churches – St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church (1902) and All Saints Episcopal Church (1942).