What are the schools like in Tanana, AK?

Tanana 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 Tanana?

The median household income in Tanana, AK is $52,031 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.0%.

What is the weather like in Tanana, AK?

Tanana has an average high temperature of -1.2°F in January and 70.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 50.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Tanana, AK affordable or expensive?

Tanana's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tanana is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $66,000 and the median rent is $886 per month.

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

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

Is Tanana, AK a Good Place to Live?

Tanana is a small town of 214 in Alaska, with a median household income of $52,031 and a 7.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

All Tanana 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: 92.0

Tanana's overall cost of living index is 92.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tanana costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Tanana, AK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$66,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$886	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	46.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$52,031	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Tanana is served primarily by Yukon-Koyukuk School District.

Metric	Tanana, 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	14.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tanana sees average highs of -1.2°F in January and 70.8°F in July, with 11.5 inches of annual precipitation and 50.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tanana, AK
Average High — January	-1.2°F
Average High — July	70.8°F
Annual Precipitation	11.5"
Annual Snowfall	50.0"

Demographics

Metric	Tanana, AK	National Avg
Population	214	—
Median Age	37.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	12.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	9.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.5%	22.2%
65 and over	19.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Manley Hot Springs, AK 43 mi Rampart, AK 63 mi Minto, AK 72 mi Hughes, AK 86 mi Allakaket, AK 95 mi

ZIP Codes in Tanana

Tanana, AK is covered by 1 ZIP code:

99777

Tanana vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tanana, AK affordable or expensive?

Tanana's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Tanana roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $66,000 and median rent is $886/month.

What is the crime rate in Tanana, AK?

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

What are the schools like in Tanana?

Public schools in Tanana are operated by Yukon-Koyukuk School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. 14.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tanana, AK a good place to live?

Tanana, AK has a population of 214, a median household income of $52,031, and an unemployment rate of 7.0%. 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 Tanana?

Tanana averages -1.2°F in January and 70.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 11.5 inches with about 50.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Tanana?

Tanana, AK is covered by 1 ZIP code: 99777.

What is the population of Tanana?

The population of Tanana, Alaska is 214 with a median age of 37.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tanana?

Key numbers for living in Tanana: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $66,000, median household income $52,031, schools rated C-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tanana side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.