What are the schools like in Huslia, AK?

Huslia is served primarily by Yukon-Koyukuk School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools.

What is the median household income in Huslia?

The median household income in Huslia, AK is $49,792 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 19.4%.

What is the weather like in Huslia, AK?

Huslia has an average high temperature of -2.7°F in January and 69.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 77.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Huslia, AK affordable or expensive?

Huslia's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Huslia is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $26,900 and the median rent is $975 per month.

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

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

Is Huslia, AK a Good Place to Live?

Huslia is a small town of 182 in Alaska, with a median household income of $49,792 and a 19.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Huslia 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 Huslia is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Huslia 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: 88.3

Huslia's overall cost of living index is 88.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Huslia costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Huslia, AK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$26,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$975	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	84.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,792	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Huslia is served primarily by Yukon-Koyukuk School District.

Metric	Huslia, AK	National Avg
School District	Yukon-Koyukuk School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Huslia sees average highs of -2.7°F in January and 69.4°F in July, with 13.9 inches of annual precipitation and 77.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Huslia, AK
Average High — January	-2.7°F
Average High — July	69.4°F
Annual Precipitation	13.9"
Annual Snowfall	77.2"

Demographics

Metric	Huslia, AK	National Avg
Population	182	—
Median Age	20.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	19.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	5.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	6.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	41.8%	22.2%
65 and over	9.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hughes, AK 63 mi Koyukuk, AK 68 mi Galena, AK 69 mi Ruby, AK 72 mi Shungnak, AK 84 mi

ZIP Codes in Huslia

Huslia, AK is covered by 1 ZIP code:

99746

Huslia vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Huslia, AK affordable or expensive?

Huslia's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Huslia roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $26,900 and median rent is $975/month.

What is the crime rate in Huslia, AK?

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

What are the schools like in Huslia?

Public schools in Huslia are operated by Yukon-Koyukuk School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. 17.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Huslia, AK a good place to live?

Huslia, AK has a population of 182, a median household income of $49,792, and an unemployment rate of 19.4%. 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 Huslia?

Huslia averages -2.7°F in January and 69.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 13.9 inches with about 77.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Huslia?

Huslia, AK is covered by 1 ZIP code: 99746.

What is the population of Huslia?

The population of Huslia, Alaska is 182 with a median age of 20.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Huslia?

Key numbers for living in Huslia: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $26,900, median household income $49,792, schools rated C-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Huslia side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.