Ketchikan, AK
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Ketchikan, Alaska Summary
Life in Ketchikan research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Ketchikan over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Ketchikan:
The population in Ketchikan is 8,150.
The median home value in Ketchikan is $270,200.
The median income in Ketchikan is $68,125.
The cost of living in Ketchikan is 120 which is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Ketchikan is $1,166.
The unemployment rate in Ketchikan is 5.9%.
The poverty rate in Ketchikan is 12.2%.
Table Of Contents
Ketchikan SnackAbility
6
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
7/10
Housing
8.5
Affordability
6
Diversity
9.5
Safety
4
Amenities
8.5
Education
8
Commute
10
Ketchikan, AK Crime Report
87
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
1,093.9
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-52.93%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Ketchikan / 100k People |
Alaska / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 87 | 1,093.9 | 3,098.4 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 13 | 163.5 | 837.8 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 6.7 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 1 | 12.6 | 97.4 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 9 | 113.2 | 578.9 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 74 | 930.5 | 2,260.5 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 62.9 | 379.5 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 69 | 867.6 | 1,611.7 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 0 | 0.0 | 269.3 | 282.7 |
Ketchikan, AK Cost Of Living
120
Ketchikan's Overall Cost Of Living
Ketchikan's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Ketchikan | Alaska | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 120 | 125 | 100 | |
| Services | 110 | 119 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 138 | 129 | 100 | |
| Health | 154 | 152 | 100 | |
| Housing | 123 | 119 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 127 | 119 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 139 | 147 | 100 | |
Ketchikan, AK Photos
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Rankings for Ketchikan in Alaska
Map Of Ketchikan, AK
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Population over time in Ketchikan
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,230 | 0.1% |
| 2020 | 8,224 | 0.4% |
| 2019 | 8,195 | 0.1% |
| 2018 | 8,189 | -0.1% |
| 2017 | 8,197 | 0.3% |
| 2016 | 8,173 | 0.5% |
| 2015 | 8,130 | 0.4% |
| 2014 | 8,097 | 1.1% |
| 2013 | 8,008 | 0.2% |
| 2012 | 7,994 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Ketchikan
| Race | Ketchikan | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 52.9% | 59.0% | 59.4% |
| African American | 1.0% | 3.1% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 17.4% | 14.2% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 13.2% | 6.3% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 9.1% | 8.2% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 6.1% | 7.3% | 18.4% |
Gender in Ketchikan
| Gender | Ketchikan | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 47.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.8% | 52.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Ketchikan for adults over 25
| Education | Ketchikan | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 3.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 30.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 32.0% | 26.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15.0% | 19.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Ketchikan, Alaska
| Income | Ketchikan | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.6% | 4.1% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.2% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.3% | 6.2% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.1% | 6.2% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.5% | 9.8% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.6% | 17.6% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.8% | 13.7% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.7% | 19.2% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.6% | 10.0% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 7.8% | 10.3% | 9.5% |
