Zip 99665 (Shageluk, AK) Economy


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United States / Alaska / No Metro Area / Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area County / Shageluk / Shageluk (zip 99665)
Shageluk, AK is a small unincorporated community located in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area of Alaska. It has an estimated population of 99665 people. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Shageluk is $980, which is significantly lower than the national average rent for two bedrooms which is $1430. Additionally, the Grocery Cost Index in Shageluk (151) is considerably higher than the US index (100).
The local economy of Shageluk relies heavily on subsistence living, services offered by local businesses such as Kyak Outfitters and Yup'ik Guide Services who provide guided hunting and fishing trips, and services to support seasonal industries such as mining or trapping. There are also several other local businesses that serve the community such as Yupiit Store which provides groceries and supplies at competitive prices, Old Sam's Bar with entertaining activities such as darts and pool tables, Osoonaq Market which sells convenience items like alcohol, tobacco and snacks, and Shageluk Museum which serves as a learning center for stories about traditional culture.

Shageluk (zip 99665) has an unemployment rate of 11.7%. The US average is 6.0%.

Shageluk (zip 99665) has seen the job market decrease by -5.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 13.6%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Shageluk (zip 99665)
- The Sales Tax Rate for Shageluk (zip 99665) is 0.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Shageluk (zip 99665) is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Shageluk (zip 99665)
- The average income of a Shageluk (zip 99665) resident is $26,131 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Shageluk (zip 99665) resident is $0 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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Household Income 69021
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