What are the schools like in Nikolaevsk, AK?

Nikolaevsk is served primarily by Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. The district operates 17 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 9 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.6:1.

What is the median household income in Nikolaevsk?

The median household income in Nikolaevsk, AK is $44,286 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.9%.

What is the weather like in Nikolaevsk, AK?

Nikolaevsk has an average high temperature of 28.1°F in January and 60.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 100.6 inches.

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

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

Nikolaevsk has a violent crime rate of 71.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 427.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Nikolaevsk, AK a Good Place to Live?

Nikolaevsk is a small town of 204 in Alaska, with a median household income of $44,286 and a 12.9% unemployment rate.

Strengths: Nikolaevsk stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

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

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

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Nikolaevsk metro area.

Metric	Nikolaevsk, AK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$178,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,286	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Nikolaevsk's violent crime rate is 71.5 per 100,000 residents — 81% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

71.5 /100k

Property Crime

427.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Nikolaevsk is served primarily by Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.6:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Nikolaevsk, AK	National Avg
School District	Kenai Peninsula Borough School District	—
Elementary Schools	17	—
Middle Schools	4	—
High Schools	9	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Nikolaevsk sees average highs of 28.1°F in January and 60.5°F in July, with 29.7 inches of annual precipitation and 100.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Nikolaevsk, AK
Average High — January	28.1°F
Average High — July	60.5°F
Annual Precipitation	29.7"
Annual Snowfall	100.6"

Demographics

Metric	Nikolaevsk, AK	National Avg
Population	204	—
Median Age	47.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.1%	22.2%
65 and over	24.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Nikolaevsk vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nikolaevsk, AK affordable or expensive?

Nikolaevsk has a median home value of $178,100 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $44,286.

What is the crime rate in Nikolaevsk, AK?

Nikolaevsk's violent crime rate is 71.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 427.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Nikolaevsk?

Public schools in Nikolaevsk are operated by Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. The district has 17 elementary, 4 middle, and 9 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.6:1. 32.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Nikolaevsk, AK a good place to live?

Nikolaevsk, AK has a population of 204, a median household income of $44,286, and an unemployment rate of 12.9%. 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 Nikolaevsk?

Nikolaevsk averages 28.1°F in January and 60.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 29.7 inches with about 100.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Nikolaevsk?

The population of Nikolaevsk, Alaska is 204 with a median age of 47.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Nikolaevsk?

Key numbers for living in Nikolaevsk: median home $178,100, median household income $44,286, crime index 19 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Nikolaevsk side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.