What are the schools like in Buckland, AK?

Buckland is served primarily by Northwest Arctic Borough School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.9:1.

What is the median household income in Buckland?

The median household income in Buckland, AK is $53,819 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 27.1%.

What is the weather like in Buckland, AK?

Buckland has an average high temperature of 3.8°F in January and 62.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 64.2 inches.

Buckland, AK Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Buckland, AK affordable or expensive?

Buckland's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Buckland is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $76,700 and the median rent is $1,071 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Buckland, AK?

Crime rate data for Buckland is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Buckland, AK a Good Place to Live?

Buckland is a small town of 644 in Alaska, with a median household income of $53,819 and a 27.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Buckland stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Buckland is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Buckland city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.2

Buckland's overall cost of living index is 94.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Buckland costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Buckland, AK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$76,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,071	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$53,819	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Buckland is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Buckland is served primarily by Northwest Arctic Borough School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Buckland, AK	National Avg
School District	Northwest Arctic Borough School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	2.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Buckland sees average highs of 3.8°F in January and 62.0°F in July, with 11.4 inches of annual precipitation and 64.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Buckland, AK
Average High — January	3.8°F
Average High — July	62.0°F
Annual Precipitation	11.4"
Annual Snowfall	64.2"

Demographics

Metric	Buckland, AK	National Avg
Population	644	—
Median Age	22.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	27.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	7.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	2.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	43.0%	22.2%
65 and over	7.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Deering, AK 46 mi Selawik, AK 53 mi Noorvik, AK 59 mi Kiana, AK 72 mi Koyuk, AK 72 mi

ZIP Codes in Buckland

Buckland, AK is covered by 1 ZIP code:

99727

Buckland vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buckland, AK affordable or expensive?

Buckland's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Buckland roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $76,700 and median rent is $1,071/month.

What is the crime rate in Buckland, AK?

Crime data for Buckland is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Buckland?

Public schools in Buckland are operated by Northwest Arctic Borough School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1. 2.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Buckland, AK a good place to live?

Buckland, AK has a population of 644, a median household income of $53,819, and an unemployment rate of 27.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Buckland?

Buckland averages 3.8°F in January and 62.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 11.4 inches with about 64.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Buckland?

Buckland, AK is covered by 1 ZIP code: 99727.

What is the population of Buckland?

The population of Buckland, Alaska is 644 with a median age of 22.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Buckland?

Key numbers for living in Buckland: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $76,700, median household income $53,819, schools rated C. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Buckland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.