Kivalina, AK

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Kivalina Overview

769
TOTAL POPULATION
457
MALE POPULATION
312
FEMALE POPULATION
146.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
68.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
24.3
MEDIAN AGE
5.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
5.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,922
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,375
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
96.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
260
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
22.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Kivalina Zip Codes

Kivalina Area Codes

Race in Kivalina

The most populous races in Kivalina are Native / Alaskan (738 | 96.0%), Two or more Races (16 | 2.1%), and White / Caucasian (15 | 1.9%).
Race in Kivalina
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan73896.0%
White / Caucasian151.9%
Two or more Races162.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total769100.0%

Ancestry in Kivalina

The most populous ancestries reported in Kivalina are Inupiat (747 | 97.1%), English (8 | 1.0%), Irish (6 | 0.8%), Aleut (5 | 0.6%), and German (4 | 0.5%), together accounting for 100.1% of all Kivalina residents.
Ancestry in Kivalina
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaska Native20.3%
Aleut50.6%
English81.0%
German40.5%
Inupiat74797.1%
Irish60.8%
Scotch-Irish10.1%
Scottish20.3%
Swedish10.1%
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Immigrants in Kivalina

Immigrants in Kivalina
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Kivalina

Sex and Age in Kivalina

The most populous age groups in Kivalina are 5 to 9 Years (79 | 17.3%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (42 | 13.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Kivalina
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years51 (11.2%)34 (10.9%)
5 to 9 Years79 (17.3%)22 (7.0%)
10 to 14 Years64 (14.0%)42 (13.5%)
15 to 19 Years22 (4.8%)35 (11.2%)
20 to 24 Years28 (6.1%)18 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Years32 (7.0%)15 (4.8%)
30 to 34 Years41 (9.0%)21 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Years37 (8.1%)17 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years12 (2.6%)23 (7.4%)
45 to 49 Years9 (2.0%)19 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years25 (5.5%)12 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years26 (5.7%)18 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years8 (1.8%)16 (5.1%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)13 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years13 (2.8%)2 (0.6%)
75 to 79 Years6 (1.3%)2 (0.6%)
80 to 84 Years4 (0.9%)1 (0.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (0.6%)
Total457 (100.0%)312 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Kivalina

Median Family Size in Kivalina

The median family size in Kivalina is 5.67 persons per family, with single female/mother families (31 | 25.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.94 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (23 | 18.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 4.57 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Kivalina
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple69 (56.1%)5.91
Single Male/Father23 (18.7%)4.57
Single Female/Mother31 (25.2%)5.94
Total Families123 (100.0%)5.67

Median Household Size in Kivalina

The median household size in Kivalina is 5.34 persons per household, with single female/mother households (31 | 21.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 6.42 persons per household. non-family households (21 | 14.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.43 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Kivalina
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple69 (47.9%)6.06
Single Male/Father23 (16.0%)5.30
Single Female/Mother31 (21.5%)6.42
Non-family21 (14.6%)1.43
Total Households144 (100.0%)5.34

Household Size by Marriage Status in Kivalina

Out of a total of 144 households in Kivalina, 123 (85.4%) are family households, while 21 (14.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 7+ person households, comprising 37, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 17.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Kivalina
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-17 (11.8%)
2-Person Households5 (3.5%)4 (2.8%)
3-Person Households11 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households33 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households20 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households17 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households37 (25.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total123 (85.4%)21 (14.6%)

Female Fertility in Kivalina

Fertility by Age in Kivalina

Average fertility rate in Kivalina is 168.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 426.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 92.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Kivalina
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years23 (92.0%)426.0
35 to 50 years2 (8.0%)33.0
Total25 (100.0%)168.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kivalina

4.0% of women with births (25) in Kivalina are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 95.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kivalina
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years1 (4.3%)22 (95.7%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total1 (4.0%)24 (96.0%)

Fertility by Education in Kivalina

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Kivalina
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School2 (8.0%)34.0
High School Diploma23 (92.0%)303.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total25 (100.0%)168.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kivalina

96.0% of women with births in Kivalina are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 4.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kivalina
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
High School Diploma1 (4.3%)22 (95.7%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (4.0%)24 (96.0%)

Income in Kivalina

Income Overview in Kivalina

Per Capita Income in Kivalina is $17,922, while median incomes of families and households are $69,375 and $68,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income769$17,922
Median Family Income123$69,375
Mean Family Income123$83,346
Median Household Income144$68,750
Mean Household Income144$81,782
Income Deficit123$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)7694.03%
Wage / Income Gap ($)76995.97¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7690.39

Earnings by Sex in Kivalina

Average Earnings in Kivalina are $22,143, $22,143 for men and $21,250 for women, a difference of 4.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Kivalina
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male194 (63.4%)$22,143
Female112 (36.6%)$21,250
Total306 (100.0%)$22,143

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kivalina

The most common earnings brackets in Kivalina are $10,000 to $12,499 for men (18 | 9.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (13 | 11.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kivalina
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less15 (7.7%)7 (6.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9995 (2.6%)12 (10.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49912 (6.2%)11 (9.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (3.6%)9 (8.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49918 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99913 (6.7%)4 (3.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (2.1%)5 (4.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99911 (5.7%)8 (7.1%)
$20,000 to $22,49914 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99912 (6.2%)2 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99917 (8.8%)13 (11.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9994 (2.1%)10 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99913 (6.7%)3 (2.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9993 (1.5%)2 (1.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9996 (3.1%)2 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (1.0%)6 (5.4%)
$55,000 to $64,9996 (3.1%)4 (3.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9993 (1.5%)8 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (8.8%)6 (5.4%)
$100,000+12 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (100.0%)112 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kivalina

Average earnings in Kivalina are $23,646 for men and $25,313 for women, a difference of 6.6%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $23,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $22,679. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $33,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,313.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kivalina
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$23,250$0
High School Diploma$22,679$25,313
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$23,646$25,313

Family Income in Kivalina

Family Income Brackets in Kivalina

According to the Kivalina family income data, there are 30 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.4% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (3.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Kivalina
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00043.3%
$10,000 to $14,99954.1%
$15,000 to $24,99975.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991411.4%
$35,000 to $49,99964.9%
$50,000 to $74,9993024.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991915.4%
$100,000 to $149,9992217.9%
$150,000 to $199,999108.1%
$200,000+64.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kivalina

6-person families (12 | 9.8%) account for the highest median family income in Kivalina with $135,357 per family, while 2-person families (8 | 6.5%) have the highest median income of $29,375 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kivalina
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families8 (6.5%)$58,750
3-Person Families19 (15.4%)$58,542
4-Person Families32 (26.0%)$61,250
5-Person Families20 (16.3%)$42,500
6-Person Families12 (9.8%)$135,357
7+ Person Families32 (26.0%)$85,000
Total123 (100.0%)$69,375

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kivalina

The median family income in Kivalina is $69,375, with families comprising 3+ earners (36) having the highest median family income of $105,000, while families with no earners (16) have the lowest median family income of $15,833, accounting for 29.3% and 13.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Kivalina
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners16 (13.0%)$15,833
1 Earner34 (27.6%)$58,125
2 Earners37 (30.1%)$73,125
3+ Earners36 (29.3%)$105,000
Total123 (100.0%)$69,375

Household Income in Kivalina

Household Income Brackets in Kivalina

With 30 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Kivalina, accounting for 20.8% of all households. In contrast, only 5 households (3.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Kivalina
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00085.6%
$10,000 to $14,99953.5%
$15,000 to $24,999106.9%
$25,000 to $34,9991611.1%
$35,000 to $49,999106.9%
$50,000 to $74,9993020.8%
$75,000 to $99,9992114.6%
$100,000 to $149,9992618.1%
$150,000 to $199,999106.9%
$200,000+85.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Kivalina

The median household income in Kivalina is $68,750, with the highest median household income of $78,125 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 69 households (47.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 6 households (4.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Kivalina
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (4.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years46 (31.9%)$57,500
45 to 64 Years69 (47.9%)$78,125
65+ Years23 (16.0%)$70,625
Total144 (100.0%)$68,750

Poverty in Kivalina

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kivalina

With 21.2% poverty level for males and 24.3% for females among the residents of Kivalina, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (60.0%) and 4 females (66.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kivalina
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (37.2%)10 (29.4%)
5 Years2 (11.1%)4 (66.7%)
6 to 11 Years23 (25.3%)10 (26.3%)
12 to 14 Years14 (41.2%)7 (41.2%)
15 Years3 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (30.0%)3 (17.6%)
18 to 24 Years7 (20.0%)11 (44.0%)
25 to 34 Years8 (11.0%)11 (30.6%)
35 to 44 Years6 (12.2%)6 (15.0%)
45 to 54 Years5 (14.7%)6 (19.4%)
55 to 64 Years2 (5.9%)5 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years5 (38.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (40.0%)
Total97 (21.2%)75 (24.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kivalina

According to the poverty statistics in Kivalina, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kivalina
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (62.7%)24 (70.6%)
5 Years16 (88.9%)2 (33.3%)
6 to 11 Years68 (74.7%)28 (73.7%)
12 to 14 Years20 (58.8%)10 (58.8%)
15 Years2 (40.0%)11 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (70.0%)14 (82.4%)
18 to 24 Years28 (80.0%)14 (56.0%)
25 to 34 Years65 (89.0%)25 (69.4%)
35 to 44 Years43 (87.8%)34 (85.0%)
45 to 54 Years29 (85.3%)25 (80.6%)
55 to 64 Years32 (94.1%)29 (85.3%)
65 to 74 Years8 (61.5%)15 (100.0%)
75 Years and over10 (100.0%)3 (60.0%)
Total360 (78.8%)234 (75.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kivalina

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Kivalina show that 7.2% or 5 of the total 69 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 45.5%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kivalina
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
Total64 (92.7%)5 (7.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kivalina

According to the poverty data in Kivalina, 34.8% or 8 single-father households and 29.0% or 9 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (50.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kivalina
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (44.4%)6 (42.9%)
5 or more Children2 (100.0%)3 (50.0%)
Total8 (34.8%)9 (29.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kivalina

The poverty data for Kivalina shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (7.2%) and 17 of the single-parent households (31.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (45.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (62.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kivalina
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)2 (12.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)10 (43.5%)
5 or more Children5 (45.5%)5 (62.5%)
Total5 (7.2%)17 (31.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Kivalina

Employment by Class of Employer in Kivalina

Among the 197 employed individuals in Kivalina, local government employees (86 | 43.6%), private company employees (43 | 21.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (27 | 13.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Kivalina
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees4321.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)10.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)94.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations2713.7%
Local Government Employees8643.6%
State Government Employees84.1%
Federal Government Employees2311.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total197100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Kivalina

According to the labor force statistics for Kivalina, out of the total population over 16 years of age (461), 56.4% or 260 individuals are in the labor force, with 22.5% or 58 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 70.8% or 46 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 37.2% or 16 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Kivalina
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years7 (17.1%)2 (28.6%)
20 to 24 Years27 (58.7%)3 (12.0%)
25 to 29 Years26 (55.3%)7 (26.9%)
30 to 34 Years43 (69.4%)16 (37.2%)
35 to 44 Years57 (64.0%)13 (22.8%)
45 to 54 Years46 (70.8%)10 (21.7%)
55 to 59 Years25 (56.8%)5 (20.0%)
60 to 64 Years16 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (25.0%)2 (28.6%)
75 Years and over6 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total260 (56.4%)58 (22.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kivalina

According to labor force statistics for Kivalina, 64.4% of individuals (213) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (331) are in the labor force, with 23.9% or 51 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 100.0% or 9 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 58.3% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kivalina
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School24 (34.3%)41 (58.3%)
High School Diploma144 (68.2%)35 (16.7%)
College / Associate Degree36 (87.8%)15 (36.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total213 (64.4%)79 (23.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Kivalina

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kivalina are Management (25 | 12.5%), Community & Social Service (20 | 10.0%), Education Instruction & Library (16 | 8.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (4 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Kivalina

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kivalina, the most male-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (62.5%), Community & Social Service (60.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (68.0%), Education, Arts & Media (50.0%), and Community & Social Service (40.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Kivalina
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (32.0%)17 (68.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 12 (60.0%)8 (40.0%)
Education, Arts & Media2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)20 (44.4%)25 (55.6%)
Total (Overall)133 (66.5%)67 (33.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Kivalina are Cleaning & Maintenance (24 | 12.0%), Personal Care & Service (12 | 6.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (4 | 2.0%), Security & Protection (3 | 1.5%), and Healthcare Support (2 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Kivalina

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Kivalina, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (58.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Kivalina
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Security & Protection3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance19 (79.2%)5 (20.8%)
Personal Care & Service5 (41.7%)7 (58.3%)
Total (Category)29 (64.4%)16 (35.6%)
Total (Overall)133 (66.5%)67 (33.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Kivalina are Sales & Related (14 | 7.0%), and Office & Administration (13 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Kivalina

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Kivalina
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
Office & Administration1 (7.7%)12 (92.3%)
Total (Category)4 (14.8%)23 (85.2%)
Total (Overall)133 (66.5%)67 (33.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Kivalina are Construction & Extraction (35 | 17.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (4 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Kivalina

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Kivalina
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)133 (66.5%)67 (33.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Kivalina are Production (17 | 8.5%), Material Moving (15 | 7.5%), and Transportation (12 | 6.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Kivalina

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Kivalina
OccupationMaleFemale
Production17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving12 (80.0%)3 (20.0%)
Total (Category)41 (93.2%)3 (6.8%)
Total (Overall)133 (66.5%)67 (33.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Kivalina

Employment Industries in Kivalina

The major employment industries in Kivalina include Public Administration (47 | 23.5%), Educational Services (26 | 13.0%), Utilities (19 | 9.5%), Retail Trade (16 | 8.0%), and Construction (15 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries in Kivalina

Employment Industries by Sex in Kivalina

The Kivalina industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.6%), and Retail Trade (56.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Kivalina
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Construction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support13 (86.7%)2 (13.3%)
Educational Services16 (61.5%)10 (38.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Public Administration32 (68.1%)15 (31.9%)
Total133 (66.5%)67 (33.5%)

Education in Kivalina

School Enrollment in Kivalina

The most common levels of schooling among the 270 students in Kivalina are middle school (94 | 34.8%), elementary school (85 | 31.5%), and high school (51 | 18.9%).
School Enrollment in Kivalina
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool176.3%
Kindergarten217.8%
Elementary School8531.5%
Middle School9434.8%
High School5118.9%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional20.7%
Total270100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kivalina

Out of a total of 270 students who are enrolled in schools in Kivalina, 5 (1.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 265 (98.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (4.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 20 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kivalina
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds99 (95.2%)5 (4.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total265 (98.1%)5 (1.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kivalina

Education (10 | 90.9%), and liberal arts & history (1 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 11 individuals in Kivalina who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kivalina
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education1090.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History19.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total11100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Kivalina

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kivalina

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Kivalina are males with no vehicle (126, accounting for 95.5%) and females with no vehicle (65, making up 193.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kivalina
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle126 (95.5%)65 (100.0%)
1 Vehicle4 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 Vehicles2 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total132 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Kivalina

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Kivalina are less than 5 minutes (158 commuters, 83.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (22 commuters, 11.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (5 commuters, 2.6%).
Commute Time in Kivalina
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes15883.2%
5 to 9 Minutes2211.6%
10 to 14 Minutes52.6%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes52.6%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Kivalina

The most common commute times in Kivalina are less than 5 minutes (104 commuters, 80.6%) for males and less than 5 minutes (54 commuters, 88.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Kivalina
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes104 (80.6%)54 (88.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes20 (15.5%)2 (3.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes2 (1.5%)3 (4.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes3 (2.3%)2 (3.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kivalina

The most frequent times of departure to work in Kivalina are 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (36, 27.9%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (17, 27.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kivalina
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM8 (6.2%)3 (4.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM10 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM7 (5.4%)8 (13.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM24 (18.6%)11 (18.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM36 (27.9%)10 (16.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM18 (14.0%)17 (27.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM7 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM9 (7.0%)12 (19.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total129 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Kivalina

Occupancy by Ownership in Kivalina

Of the total 144 dwellings in Kivalina, owner-occupied units account for 115 (79.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 29 (20.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Kivalina
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units11579.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2920.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units144100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Kivalina

Occupancy by Household Size in Kivalina
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1711.8%
2-Person Household96.2%
3-Person Household117.6%
4+ Person Household10774.3%
Total Housing Units144100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kivalina

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kivalina
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household12 (70.6%)5 (29.4%)
2-Person Household7 (77.8%)2 (22.2%)
3-Person Household11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household85 (79.4%)22 (20.6%)
Total Housing Units115 (79.9%)29 (20.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kivalina

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kivalina
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
High School Diploma61 (76.2%)19 (23.7%)
College/Associate Degree32 (88.9%)4 (11.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kivalina

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kivalina
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1913.2%
35 to 44 Years3322.9%
45 to 54 Years3826.4%
55 to 64 Years3121.5%
65 to 74 Years1711.8%
75 to 84 Years42.8%
85 Years and Over21.4%
Total144100.0%

Housing Finances in Kivalina

Median Income by Occupancy in Kivalina

Median Income by Occupancy in Kivalina
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied115 (79.9%)$70,625
Renter-Occupied29 (20.1%)$68,542
Average144 (100.0%)$68,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kivalina

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kivalina
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (2.6%)2 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (2.6%)1 (3.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9994 (3.5%)2 (6.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (10.4%)4 (13.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9998 (7.0%)2 (6.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99923 (20.0%)7 (24.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (16.5%)2 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (15.7%)8 (27.6%)
$150,000 or more17 (14.8%)1 (3.5%)
Total115 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kivalina

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kivalina
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30013 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49935 (30.4%)3 (10.3%)
$500 to $79942 (36.5%)1 (3.5%)
$800 to $99919 (16.5%)5 (17.2%)
$1,000 to $1,4996 (5.2%)6 (20.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total115 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Kivalina

Housing Structures in Kivalina

Housing Structures in Kivalina
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached13795.1%
Single Unit, Attached21.4%
2 Unit Apartments10.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other42.8%
Total144100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kivalina

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kivalina
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached112 (81.8%)25 (18.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other3 (75.0%)1 (25.0%)
Total115 (79.9%)29 (20.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kivalina

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kivalina
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room7 (6.1%)1 (3.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms30 (26.1%)24 (82.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms78 (67.8%)4 (13.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total115 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kivalina

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kivalina
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)1 (3.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene109 (94.8%)28 (96.6%)
Coal or Coke2 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels4 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total115 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Kivalina

Household Vehicle Usage in Kivalina
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle110 (95.7%)29 (100.0%)
1 Vehicle3 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles2 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total115 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Kivalina

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Kivalina

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9520
Median Property Value$107,500$200,000
Median Household Income$76,875$0
Monthly Housing Costs$523$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kivalina

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kivalina
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00014 (14.7%)4 (20.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99929 (30.5%)2 (10.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99952 (54.7%)6 (30.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)8 (40.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total95 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kivalina

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kivalina
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99910 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9998 (8.4%)2 (10.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (17.9%)13 (65.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (15.8%)2 (10.0%)
$150,000 or more17 (17.9%)3 (15.0%)
Total95 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kivalina

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kivalina
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x49 (51.6%)63,750 (318,750.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x17 (17.9%)6 (30.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (8.4%)4 (20.0%)
4.0x or more21 (22.1%)5 (25.0%)
Total95 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kivalina

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kivalina
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4993 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total95 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Kivalina

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kivalina

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kivalina
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years98 (89.9%)11 (10.1%)
6 to 18 Years211 (90.9%)21 (9.0%)
19 to 25 Years38 (61.3%)24 (38.7%)
26 to 34 Years48 (48.5%)51 (51.5%)
35 to 44 Years65 (73.0%)24 (27.0%)
45 to 54 Years38 (58.5%)27 (41.5%)
55 to 64 Years43 (63.2%)25 (36.8%)
65 to 74 Years26 (92.9%)2 (7.1%)
75 Years and older15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total582 (75.9%)185 (24.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kivalina

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kivalina
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born98 (89.9%)11 (10.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen211 (90.9%)21 (9.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen38 (61.3%)24 (38.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kivalina

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kivalina
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00066 (86.8%)10 (13.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999101 (85.6%)17 (14.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999126 (84.6%)23 (15.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999102 (77.9%)29 (22.1%)
$100,000 and over187 (63.8%)106 (36.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kivalina

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kivalina
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 694 (86.2%)18 (16.5%)
6 to 18 Years187 (80.6%)47 (20.3%)
19 to 25 Years31 (50.0%)13 (21.0%)
25 to 34 Years38 (38.4%)15 (15.1%)
35 to 44 Years45 (50.6%)25 (28.1%)
45 to 54 Years25 (38.5%)18 (27.7%)
55 to 64 Years28 (41.2%)21 (30.9%)
65 to 74 Years26 (92.9%)11 (39.3%)
75 Years and over15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total489 (63.7%)168 (21.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kivalina

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kivalina
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (16.2%)18 (17.1%)
65 to 74 Years2 (15.4%)6 (40.0%)
75 Years and over10 (100.0%)3 (60.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Kivalina

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Kivalina: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (9.4%)2 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years2 (15.4%)4 (26.7%)
75 Years and over10 (100.0%)2 (40.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Kivalina: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years4 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (6.0%)5 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years2 (15.4%)2 (13.3%)
75 Years and over2 (20.0%)1 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Kivalina: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (13.3%)
75 Years and over2 (20.0%)1 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Kivalina: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (3.4%)13 (12.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (26.7%)
75 Years and over2 (20.0%)2 (40.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Kivalina: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (20.0%)1 (20.0%)

Technology Access in Kivalina

Computing Device Access in Kivalina

Computing Device Access in Kivalina
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop6645.8%
Smartphone13090.3%
Tablet9263.9%
No Computing Device117.6%
Total144100.0%

Internet Access in Kivalina

Internet Access in Kivalina
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2215.3%
Cellular Data Only8559.0%
Satellite Internet2215.3%
No Internet1711.8%
Total144100.0%

Kivalina Summary

Kivalina is a small Inupiat Eskimo village located on a barrier island in the Chukchi Sea, off the northwest coast of Alaska. It is the only village in the Kivalina region, and is home to approximately 400 people. The village is located on a narrow strip of land between the Chukchi Sea and the Kivalina River, and is surrounded by wetlands and tundra.

History

Kivalina has been inhabited by the Inupiat Eskimos for centuries. The Inupiat people have a long history of living off the land, relying on the resources of the sea and the tundra for their sustenance. The Inupiat people have a strong cultural identity and are closely connected to the land and the sea.
Kivalina was first recorded in the early 1900s, when it was visited by a U.S. Geological Survey team. The team noted the presence of a small village, and the presence of a trading post. In the early 1900s, Kivalina was a trading post for the Inupiat people, and was a hub for trading goods between the Inupiat and other tribes.

Geography

Kivalina is located on a narrow strip of land between the Chukchi Sea and the Kivalina River. The village is surrounded by wetlands and tundra, and is located on a barrier island. The island is approximately 8 miles long and 1 mile wide. The island is subject to frequent storms and flooding, and is vulnerable to erosion.
The climate in Kivalina is cold and dry, with temperatures ranging from -20°F in the winter to 60°F in the summer. The area receives an average of 10 inches of precipitation per year.

Economy

Kivalina’s economy is largely based on subsistence fishing and hunting. The Inupiat people rely on the resources of the sea and the tundra for their sustenance. The village also has a small commercial fishing industry, and some of the residents are employed in the tourism industry.
The village also receives funding from the federal government, which is used to fund infrastructure projects and other services. The village also receives funding from the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, which provides funding for education, health care, and other services.

Demographics

Kivalina is home to approximately 400 people. The population is predominantly Inupiat Eskimo, and the village is considered to be a traditional Inupiat Eskimo village. The village is also home to a small number of non-Native residents.
The village is served by a single school, Kivalina Elementary School, which serves students in grades K-12. The school is operated by the Northwest Arctic Borough School District.

Conclusion

Kivalina is a small Inupiat Eskimo village located on a barrier island in the Chukchi Sea, off the northwest coast of Alaska. It is the only village in the Kivalina region, and is home to approximately 400 people. The village is surrounded by wetlands and tundra, and is vulnerable to storms and flooding. The economy of Kivalina is largely based on subsistence fishing and hunting, and the village also receives funding from the federal government. The population is predominantly Inupiat Eskimo, and the village is served by a single school.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Kivalina?
Total Population of Kivalina is 769.
What is the Total Male Population of Kivalina?
Total Male Population of Kivalina is 457.
What is the Total Female Population of Kivalina?
Total Female Population of Kivalina is 312.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Kivalina?
There are 146.47 Males per 100 Females in Kivalina.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Kivalina?
There are 68.27 Females per 100 Males in Kivalina.
What is the Median Population Age in Kivalina?
Median Population Age in Kivalina is 24.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Kivalina
Average Family Size in Kivalina is 5.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Kivalina
Average Household Size in Kivalina is 5.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Kivalina?
Per Capita income in Kivalina is $17,922.
What is the Median Family Income in Kivalina?
Median Family Income in Kivalina is $69,375.
What is the Median Household income in Kivalina?
Median Household Income in Kivalina is $68,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Kivalina?
Income or Wage Gap in Kivalina is 4.0%.
Women in Kivalina earn 96.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Kivalina?
Inequality or Gini Index in Kivalina is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Kivalina?
There are 260 People in the Labor Forcein in Kivalina.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Kivalina?
56.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Kivalina.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Kivalina?
Unemployment Rate in Kivalina is 22.5%.