1st Advantage MortgageAbout 64% of Aleutians East Borough homes are owner-occupied, and the median household income is $65,365. Whatever your own numbers, compare written offers on APR, fees and total cost, and verify the lender is licensed in Alaska before sharing details.
On this page
- Getting oriented in Aleutians East Borough
- Employment and commuting in Aleutians East Borough
- Paychecks and income spread in Aleutians East Borough
- Housing costs in Aleutians East Borough
- Towns and communities in Aleutians East Borough
- The counties around Aleutians East Borough
- Who lives in Aleutians East Borough, in numbers
- Before borrowing in Aleutians East Borough
- A Aleutians East Borough household budget, worked through
- A Aleutians East Borough borrower's checklist
- Checking a lender's license in Alaska
- Related local guides
- Frequently asked questions
Getting oriented in Aleutians East Borough
Aleutians East Borough is home to about 3,491 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey, which makes it the 20th most populous of 30 county-level areas in Alaska. Spread over 6,986 square miles, that works out to roughly 0.5 residents per square mile. It sits outside every metropolitan statistical area in the July 2023 OMB delineation. The Census Bureau counts 6 places in the county (5 incorporated, 1 census-designated); the largest is King Cove, with about 1,352 residents, or 39% of the county. With so few households sampled, Aleutians East Borough estimates can move a lot between releases.
Employment and commuting in Aleutians East Borough
The biggest employer of Aleutians East Borough residents, by industry, is manufacturing at 44% of workers, followed by public administration (11%). Compared with Alaska, the county leans toward manufacturing (44% against 4%). The survey's unemployment rate for Aleutians East Borough averages 8.4% over 2020 to 2024 (state: 5.9%). About 28% drive to work alone and 1% have trips of 45 minutes or more. Households without a car make up 22.1% of the total (9.0% statewide).
| Industry (employed residents 16+) | Aleutians East Borough | Gap to Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 44.4% | +40.3 pts |
| Public administration | 11.0% | -0.9 pts |
| Education and health care | 9.7% | -14.8 pts |
| Agriculture, forestry and mining | 8.1% | +3.4 pts |
| Retail trade | 7.1% | -2.8 pts |
| Wholesale trade | 5.1% | +3.5 pts |
If your hours swing with the season or with overtime, size a loan payment against your base pay, not your best month.
Paychecks and income spread in Aleutians East Borough
At $65,365, the typical Aleutians East Borough household income sits near the median U.S. county ($65,681). Only 24 Alaska counties post a higher median.
| Household income | Aleutians East Borough | vs Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Under $35,000 | 25.2% | +9.0 pts |
| $35,000 to $99,999 | 49.9% | +12.6 pts |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 20.0% | -11.9 pts |
| $200,000 or more | 5.0% | -9.7 pts |
About 25% of households earn under $35,000, while 25% clear $100,000. The poverty rate is 13.2%, 3 points higher than the state's 10.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.401 (0 is perfect equality). If your income is irregular, as it often is with tips, gig work or seasonal jobs, plan around your leaner months rather than the Aleutians East Borough median.
Housing costs in Aleutians East Borough
A typical Aleutians East Borough rental runs $979 a month including utilities, which is 31% below Alaska. By the Census definition, 30% of Aleutians East Borough renters are cost-burdened. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $135,500, about 2.1 times the median household income. 64% of Aleutians East Borough households own their home and 36% rent. The median year built is 1981.
| Aleutians East Borough | Alaska | U.S. county median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $979/mo | $1,419/mo | $877/mo |
| Median home value | $135,500 | $352,900 | $185,300 |
| Owners | 64% | 67% | 75% |
| Rent-burdened renters | 30% | 45% | 45% |
| Burdened owners | 8% | 29% | n/a |
| Vacant units | 16% | 18% | n/a |
Towns and communities in Aleutians East Borough
6 Census places fall mainly inside Aleutians East Borough; the 6 biggest are below. They account for 3,484 residents, leaving about 0% of the county in unincorporated, unnamed areas. Among places of 500 or more people, median income runs from $35,833 in Akutan to $81,563 in Sand Point. No Aleutians East Borough place has a separate guide yet; this county page serves all 6.
| Community | Type | Residents | Household income (median) | Rent (median) | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Cove | city | 1,352 | $61,645 | $923 | 17 mi |
| Sand Point | city | 1,064 | $81,563 | $1,130 | 60 mi |
| Akutan | city | 694 | $35,833 | n/a | 169 mi |
| False Pass | city | 151 | n/a | n/a | 59 mi |
| Cold Bay | city | 145 | n/a | n/a | 31 mi |
| Nelson Lagoon | CDP | 78 | $77,917 | n/a | 43 mi |
The counties around Aleutians East Borough
Lake and Peninsula Borough is closest, 290 miles from center to center; the sixth, Kusilvak Census Area, is 488 miles off. 5 of the six report a higher median household income than Aleutians East Borough; Bristol Bay Borough is highest at $95,625 and Kusilvak Census Area lowest at $51,471.
| County | Distance | Median income | Median rent | Owners |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleutians East Borough | - | $65,365 | $979/mo | 64% |
| Lake and Peninsula Borough, AK | 290 mi | $65,625 | $936/mo | 65% |
| Bristol Bay Borough, AK | 306 mi | $95,625 | $1,317/mo | 54% |
| Dillingham Census Area, AK | 328 mi | $78,533 | $1,105/mo | 61% |
| Kodiak Island Borough, AK | 352 mi | $86,250 | $1,765/mo | 61% |
| Bethel Census Area, AK | 398 mi | $73,996 | $1,474/mo | 62% |
| Kusilvak Census Area, AK | 488 mi | $51,471 | $833/mo | 70% |
Who lives in Aleutians East Borough, in numbers
Degree holders: 18% of adults over 25. About 36% go without health insurance.
| Residents | Aleutians East Borough | Alaska | Middle U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.8 | 35.8 | 41.5 |
| Bachelor's or higher | 18.3% | 31.7% | 22.2% |
| No high school diploma | 13.1% | 6.4% | n/a |
| No health insurance | 35.6% | 11.0% | 7.8% |
| No vehicle | 22.1% | 9.0% | 5.4% |
| Work from home | 11.5% | 9.7% | 8.7% |
| Poverty rate | 13.2% | 10.1% | 13.2% |
| Unemployment (ACS) | 8.4% | 5.9% | 4.4% |
| Trip time | Share |
|---|---|
| Under 15 min | 93.1% |
| 15 to 29 min | 6.3% |
| 30 to 44 min | 0.1% |
| 45 to 59 min | 0.0% |
| 60+ min | 0.5% |
Before borrowing in Aleutians East Borough
Based on the Aleutians East Borough data above, these borrowing questions are most likely to matter locally.
- Health costs. With 36% of the county uninsured, an interest-free hospital payment plan usually beats a loan (medical bills).
- Credit reports. Pull free reports at AnnualCreditReport.com and dispute errors before applying.
- Getting ready. Gather pay stubs or benefit letters before you apply (checklist).
A Aleutians East Borough household budget, worked through
How much room does a median Aleutians East Borough budget have? Take median income, subtract median rent, and check what is left under a few common debt-to-income limits.
- Start: $5,447 gross per month ($65,365 / 12)
- Median rent: $979, or 18 cents of every gross dollar
- Under a 36% cap, $1,961 total minus rent leaves $982
Two-income households and single earners in Aleutians East Borough land in very different places on this math, so run it for your own budget.
A Aleutians East Borough borrower's checklist
Quick steps for Aleutians East Borough:
- Get a written quote for whatever you are paying for in Aleutians East Borough.
- Compare the total repaid on every offer, not just the payment.
- Only work with lenders licensed for Alaska borrowers.
- Lock paid-off cards after consolidating so balances stay at zero.
Checking a lender's license in Alaska
Before sharing details with a lender, a Aleutians East Borough resident can confirm its license with the Alaska Division of Banking and Securities. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau accepts complaints nationwide. More on Alaska: Alaska personal loans.
Related local guides
For statewide rules and data, see the Alaska guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median household income in Aleutians East Borough?
$65,365 a year in the 2020 to 2024 Census survey, versus $92,788 for Alaska. It ranks 25th of 30 in the state.
Is Aleutians East Borough expensive for renters?
Median rent is $979 against $1,419 statewide, and 30% of renter households are cost-burdened.
Does this page cover King Cove?
Yes, along with the other 5 Census places in Aleutians East Borough, such as Sand Point, Akutan, False Pass.
Will a Aleutians East Borough address affect my match?
Beyond confirming Alaska as your state, no. Your answers about amount, credit, income and payments are all that count.
Who regulates personal lenders for Aleutians East Borough residents?
The Alaska Division of Banking and Securities licenses consumer lenders in Alaska; the CFPB takes complaints about any lender, and the FTC wants to hear about fee-first offers.