Kobuk, AK

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Kobuk Overview

133
TOTAL POPULATION
67
MALE POPULATION
66
FEMALE POPULATION
101.52
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
18.1
MEDIAN AGE
5.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$15,865
PER CAPITA INCOME
$36,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
33
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Kobuk Zip Codes

Kobuk Area Codes

Race in Kobuk

The most populous races in Kobuk are Native / Alaskan (120 | 90.2%), Two or more Races (9 | 6.8%), and White / Caucasian (4 | 3.0%).
Race in Kobuk
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan12090.2%
White / Caucasian43.0%
Two or more Races96.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total133100.0%

Ancestry in Kobuk

The most populous ancestries reported in Kobuk are Inupiat (124 | 93.2%), Yugoslavian (8 | 6.0%), Alaska Native (5 | 3.8%), German (2 | 1.5%), and Russian (2 | 1.5%), together accounting for 106.0% of all Kobuk residents.
Ancestry in Kobuk
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaska Native53.8%
Canadian10.7%
German21.5%
Inupiat12493.2%
Russian21.5%
Yugoslavian86.0%
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Immigrants in Kobuk

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Kobuk came from Asia (2 | 1.5%), Iran (2 | 1.5%), and South Central Asia (2 | 1.5%), together accounting for 4.5% of all Kobuk residents.
Immigrants in Kobuk
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia21.5%
Iran21.5%
South Central Asia21.5%
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Sex and Age in Kobuk

Sex and Age in Kobuk

The most populous age groups in Kobuk are Under 5 Years (13 | 19.4%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (17 | 25.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Kobuk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (19.4%)3 (4.5%)
5 to 9 Years9 (13.4%)17 (25.8%)
10 to 14 Years5 (7.5%)14 (21.2%)
15 to 19 Years3 (4.5%)6 (9.1%)
20 to 24 Years5 (7.5%)6 (9.1%)
25 to 29 Years4 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years5 (7.5%)2 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Years7 (10.4%)2 (3.0%)
40 to 44 Years4 (6.0%)3 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years7 (10.4%)4 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years1 (1.5%)4 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years2 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years2 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)5 (7.6%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total67 (100.0%)66 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Kobuk

Median Family Size in Kobuk

The median family size in Kobuk is 5.13 persons per family, with married-couple families (9 | 39.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 8.44 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (11 | 47.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.91 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Kobuk
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple9 (39.1%)8.44
Single Male/Father3 (13.0%)3.33
Single Female/Mother11 (47.8%)2.91
Total Families23 (100.0%)5.13

Median Household Size in Kobuk

The median household size in Kobuk is 3.69 persons per household, with married-couple households (9 | 25.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 8.44 persons per household. non-family households (13 | 36.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.08 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Kobuk
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple9 (25.0%)8.44
Single Male/Father3 (8.3%)3.33
Single Female/Mother11 (30.6%)3.00
Non-family13 (36.1%)1.08
Total Households36 (100.0%)3.69

Household Size by Marriage Status in Kobuk

Out of a total of 36 households in Kobuk, 23 (63.9%) are family households, while 13 (36.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 7+ person households, comprising 7, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 8.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Kobuk
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-8 (22.2%)
2-Person Households5 (13.9%)5 (13.9%)
3-Person Households4 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households3 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (63.9%)13 (36.1%)

Female Fertility in Kobuk

Fertility by Age in Kobuk

Average fertility rate in Kobuk is 80.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 250.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Kobuk
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years2 (100.0%)250.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total2 (100.0%)80.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kobuk

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Kobuk
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Kobuk

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Kobuk
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma2 (100.0%)133.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total2 (100.0%)80.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kobuk

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Kobuk
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
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%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)

Income in Kobuk

Income Overview in Kobuk

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income133$15,865
Median Family Income23$0
Mean Family Income23$74,209
Median Household Income36$36,250
Mean Household Income36$62,031
Income Deficit23$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1330.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)133100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1330.47

Earnings by Sex in Kobuk

Earnings by Sex in Kobuk
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male33 (67.3%)$16,750
Female16 (32.7%)$0
Total49 (100.0%)$16,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kobuk

The most common earnings brackets in Kobuk are $2,499 or less for men (8 | 24.2%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (4 | 25.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Kobuk
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less8 (24.2%)2 (12.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)1 (6.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)2 (12.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9995 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)3 (18.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4995 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4992 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9991 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9991 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9993 (9.1%)2 (12.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9992 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9991 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)4 (25.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9993 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)2 (12.5%)
Total33 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kobuk

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Kobuk
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$16,500$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$16,750$58,750

Family Income in Kobuk

Family Income Brackets in Kobuk

According to the Kobuk family income data, there are 7 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Kobuk
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00028.7%
$10,000 to $14,99914.3%
$15,000 to $24,999730.4%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,99928.7%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,999313.0%
$100,000 to $149,999417.4%
$150,000 to $199,99928.7%
$200,000+28.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kobuk

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Kobuk
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families5 (21.7%)$0
3-Person Families4 (17.4%)$0
4-Person Families3 (13.0%)$0
5-Person Families2 (8.7%)$0
6-Person Families2 (8.7%)$0
7+ Person Families7 (30.4%)$0
Total23 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kobuk

Family Income by Number of Earners in Kobuk
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2 (8.7%)$0
1 Earner7 (30.4%)$0
2 Earners12 (52.2%)$83,333
3+ Earners2 (8.7%)$0
Total23 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Kobuk

Household Income Brackets in Kobuk

With 9 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Kobuk, accounting for 25.0% of all households. In contrast, only 1 households (2.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Kobuk
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00025.6%
$10,000 to $14,99912.8%
$15,000 to $24,999925.0%
$25,000 to $34,999513.9%
$35,000 to $49,999513.9%
$50,000 to $74,99912.8%
$75,000 to $99,999513.9%
$100,000 to $149,999411.1%
$150,000 to $199,99925.6%
$200,000+25.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Kobuk

The median household income in Kobuk is $36,250, with the highest median household income of $114,375 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 13 households (36.1%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Kobuk
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years16 (44.4%)$32,000
45 to 64 Years13 (36.1%)$114,375
65+ Years7 (19.4%)$0
Total36 (100.0%)$36,250

Poverty in Kobuk

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kobuk

With 35.8% poverty level for males and 33.3% for females among the residents of Kobuk, 16 and 17 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (100.0%) and 3 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Kobuk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (76.9%)3 (100.0%)
5 Years1 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (55.6%)9 (52.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)4 (33.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)1 (10.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)3 (60.0%)
45 to 54 Years3 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (35.8%)22 (33.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Kobuk

According to the poverty statistics in Kobuk, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 5 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 Kobuk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years4 (80.0%)2 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (44.4%)8 (47.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)8 (66.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years5 (100.0%)9 (90.0%)
25 to 34 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years11 (100.0%)2 (40.0%)
45 to 54 Years5 (62.5%)8 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total43 (64.2%)44 (66.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kobuk

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Kobuk show that 33.3% or 3 of the total 9 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 60.0%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Kobuk
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Total6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kobuk

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Kobuk
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (18.2%)

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

The poverty data for Kobuk shows that 3 of the married-couple family households (33.3%) and 2 of the single-parent households (14.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (60.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Kobuk
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
5 or more Children3 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (33.3%)2 (14.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Kobuk

Employment by Class of Employer in Kobuk

Among the 28 employed individuals in Kobuk, local government employees (21 | 75.0%), private company employees (4 | 14.3%), and state government employees (2 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Kobuk
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees414.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations13.6%
Local Government Employees2175.0%
State Government Employees27.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total28100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Kobuk

According to the labor force statistics for Kobuk, out of the total population over 16 years of age (72), 45.8% or 33 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 2 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 11 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.2% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Kobuk
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years11 (100.0%)2 (18.2%)
25 to 29 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years9 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years9 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total33 (45.8%)2 (6.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kobuk

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Kobuk
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School5 (45.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma13 (52.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree3 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total22 (48.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Kobuk

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Kobuk are Management (2 | 6.5%), Community & Social Service (2 | 6.5%), Education Instruction & Library (2 | 6.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1 | 3.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (1 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Kobuk

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Kobuk
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
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)5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (54.8%)14 (45.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Kobuk are Cleaning & Maintenance (8 | 25.8%), and Healthcare Support (2 | 6.5%).
Services Occupations in Kobuk

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Kobuk
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (54.8%)14 (45.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Kobuk are , and Office & Administration (7 | 22.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Kobuk

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Kobuk
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (54.8%)14 (45.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Kobuk are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 9.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Kobuk

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Kobuk
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (54.8%)14 (45.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Kobuk are Material Moving (4 | 12.9%), and Transportation (2 | 6.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Kobuk

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Kobuk
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (54.8%)14 (45.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Kobuk

Employment Industries in Kobuk

The major employment industries in Kobuk include Public Administration (17 | 54.8%), Educational Services (5 | 16.1%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (3 | 9.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2 | 6.5%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (2 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries in Kobuk

Employment Industries by Sex in Kobuk

The Kobuk industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Public Administration (52.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Kobuk
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration8 (47.1%)9 (52.9%)
Total17 (54.8%)14 (45.2%)

Education in Kobuk

School Enrollment in Kobuk

The most common levels of schooling among the 53 students in Kobuk are elementary school (22 | 41.5%), middle school (14 | 26.4%), and nursery / preschool (8 | 15.1%).
School Enrollment in Kobuk
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool815.1%
Kindergarten23.8%
Elementary School2241.5%
Middle School1426.4%
High School713.2%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total53100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kobuk

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Kobuk
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kobuk

, and education (1 | 100.0%) are the most common fields of study among 1 individuals in Kobuk who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Kobuk
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%
Education1100.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total1100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Kobuk

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kobuk

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Kobuk are males with no vehicle (15, accounting for 100.0%) and females with no vehicle (13, making up 115.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Kobuk
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle15 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Kobuk

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Kobuk are less than 5 minutes (12 commuters, 42.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (8 commuters, 28.6%), and 5 to 9 minutes (5 commuters, 17.9%).
Commute Time in Kobuk
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1242.9%
5 to 9 Minutes517.9%
10 to 14 Minutes828.6%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
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 Minutes310.7%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Kobuk

The most common commute times in Kobuk are less than 5 minutes (10 commuters, 66.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (4 commuters, 30.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Kobuk
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes10 (66.7%)2 (15.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes1 (6.7%)4 (30.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes4 (26.7%)4 (30.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)3 (23.1%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kobuk

The most frequent times of departure to work in Kobuk are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (5, 33.3%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (4, 30.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Kobuk
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)3 (23.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (15.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (33.3%)2 (15.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2 (13.3%)2 (15.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4 (26.7%)4 (30.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Kobuk

Occupancy by Ownership in Kobuk

Of the total 36 dwellings in Kobuk, owner-occupied units account for 19 (52.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 17 (47.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Kobuk
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1952.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1747.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units36100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Kobuk

Occupancy by Household Size in Kobuk
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household822.2%
2-Person Household1027.8%
3-Person Household411.1%
4+ Person Household1438.9%
Total Housing Units36100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kobuk

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Kobuk
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
2-Person Household5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
4+ Person Household14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units19 (52.8%)17 (47.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kobuk

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Kobuk
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
High School Diploma9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
College/Associate Degree2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kobuk

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Kobuk
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years822.2%
35 to 44 Years822.2%
45 to 54 Years1130.6%
55 to 64 Years25.6%
65 to 74 Years25.6%
75 to 84 Years513.9%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total36100.0%

Housing Finances in Kobuk

Median Income by Occupancy in Kobuk

Median Income by Occupancy in Kobuk
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied19 (52.8%)$0
Renter-Occupied17 (47.2%)$32,250
Average36 (100.0%)$36,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kobuk

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Kobuk
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)2 (11.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9991 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (36.8%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)2 (11.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)5 (29.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (10.5%)3 (17.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)1 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (15.8%)2 (11.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9992 (10.5%)2 (11.8%)
$150,000 or more4 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kobuk

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Kobuk
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4993 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7995 (26.3%)1 (5.9%)
$800 to $9992 (10.5%)4 (23.5%)
$1,000 to $1,4995 (26.3%)5 (29.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9992 (10.5%)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 more2 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Kobuk

Housing Structures in Kobuk

Housing Structures in Kobuk
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3597.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments12.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total36100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kobuk

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Kobuk
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached19 (54.3%)16 (45.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (52.8%)17 (47.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kobuk

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Kobuk
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)1 (5.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (26.3%)13 (76.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms12 (63.2%)1 (5.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms2 (10.5%)2 (11.8%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kobuk

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Kobuk
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene13 (68.4%)8 (47.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels6 (31.6%)9 (52.9%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Kobuk

Household Vehicle Usage in Kobuk
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle19 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Kobuk

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Kobuk

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units127
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$560$2
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kobuk

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Kobuk
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)2 (28.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9995 (41.7%)2 (28.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9992 (16.7%)3 (42.9%)
$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%)
Total12 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kobuk

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Kobuk
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9995 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)3 (42.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9992 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kobuk

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Kobuk
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x7 (58.3%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x3 (25.0%)2 (28.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)2 (28.6%)
4.0x or more2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kobuk

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Kobuk
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Kobuk

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kobuk

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kobuk
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years45 (95.7%)2 (4.3%)
19 to 25 Years3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
26 to 34 Years3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
35 to 44 Years10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
45 to 54 Years14 (87.5%)2 (12.5%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
75 Years and older5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total103 (77.4%)30 (22.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kobuk

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Kobuk
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen45 (95.7%)2 (4.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kobuk

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Kobuk
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00041 (91.1%)4 (8.9%)
$25,000 to $49,99917 (70.8%)7 (29.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
$100,000 and over44 (86.3%)7 (13.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kobuk

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Kobuk
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 616 (69.6%)7 (30.4%)
6 to 18 Years38 (80.8%)7 (14.9%)
19 to 25 Years1 (9.1%)2 (18.2%)
25 to 34 Years2 (18.2%)1 (9.1%)
35 to 44 Years8 (50.0%)3 (18.8%)
45 to 54 Years8 (50.0%)6 (37.5%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total78 (58.7%)26 (19.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kobuk

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Kobuk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (16.7%)
35 to 64 Years1 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Kobuk

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Kobuk: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (16.7%)
35 to 64 Years1 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Kobuk: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Kobuk: <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%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Kobuk: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Kobuk: <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 over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Kobuk

Computing Device Access in Kobuk

Computing Device Access in Kobuk
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1233.3%
Smartphone2980.6%
Tablet1747.2%
No Computing Device719.4%
Total36100.0%

Internet Access in Kobuk

Internet Access in Kobuk
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1233.3%
Cellular Data Only616.7%
Satellite Internet1130.6%
No Internet1336.1%
Total36100.0%

Kobuk Summary

Kobuk, Alaska is a small unincorporated community located in the Northwest Arctic Borough of Alaska. It is situated on the Kobuk River, approximately 40 miles south of the Arctic Circle. The population of Kobuk was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020.

History

Kobuk has a long and rich history. The area has been inhabited by the Inupiat people for thousands of years. The Inupiat people have a deep connection to the land and the Kobuk River, which is an important source of food and transportation. The first recorded contact with Europeans was in 1786, when a Russian expedition led by Captain Semyon Chelyuskin visited the area. The Inupiat people welcomed the Russians and traded with them.
In 1867, the United States purchased Alaska from Russia and the area became part of the United States. In 1884, the US Army established a post at Kobuk, which was used to protect the area from Canadian traders. The post was abandoned in 1891.
In the early 1900s, the area was settled by miners and trappers. The population of Kobuk grew steadily throughout the 20th century. In the 1950s, the US Army Corps of Engineers built a dam on the Kobuk River, which created a large lake. This lake is now used for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.

Geography

Kobuk is located in the Northwest Arctic Borough of Alaska. It is situated on the Kobuk River, approximately 40 miles south of the Arctic Circle. The area is mostly flat and is covered in tundra. The climate is subarctic, with cold winters and short, cool summers.
The Kobuk River is an important source of food and transportation for the local population. The river is home to a variety of fish, including salmon, whitefish, and grayling. The river is also used for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.

Economy

Kobuk’s economy is largely based on subsistence activities such as hunting, fishing, and trapping. The area is also home to a few small businesses, including a general store and a gas station.
The local population is also heavily reliant on government assistance. The area is part of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, which provides financial assistance to Native Alaskans.

Demographics

Kobuk is a small, rural community with a population of around 200 people. The majority of the population is Native Alaskan, with the majority being Inupiat. The median age of the population is around 30 years old. The median household income is around $30,000.
Kobuk is a close-knit community with a strong sense of identity and culture. The local population is heavily reliant on subsistence activities and the land for their livelihood. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including caribou, moose, and bears.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Kobuk?
Total Population of Kobuk is 133.
What is the Total Male Population of Kobuk?
Total Male Population of Kobuk is 67.
What is the Total Female Population of Kobuk?
Total Female Population of Kobuk is 66.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Kobuk?
There are 101.52 Males per 100 Females in Kobuk.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Kobuk?
There are 98.51 Females per 100 Males in Kobuk.
What is the Median Population Age in Kobuk?
Median Population Age in Kobuk is 18.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Kobuk
Average Family Size in Kobuk is 5.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Kobuk
Average Household Size in Kobuk is 3.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Kobuk?
Per Capita income in Kobuk is $15,865.
What is the Median Household income in Kobuk?
Median Household Income in Kobuk is $36,250.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Kobuk?
Inequality or Gini Index in Kobuk is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Kobuk?
There are 33 People in the Labor Forcein in Kobuk.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Kobuk?
45.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Kobuk.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Kobuk?
Unemployment Rate in Kobuk is 6.1%.