Aleutians West Census Area, Alaska Housing Market
In Aleutians West Census Area, Alaska, the median home value is $434,700, with a median monthly rent of $1,982. This places Aleutians West Census Area at #214 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #4 within Alaska.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
ℹ️ FHFA HPI data is not available for this county due to limited mortgage transaction volume.
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,591
- Establishments: 126
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 0
- Multi-family: 4
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 1,432 (avg $87,395)
- Outflow: 1,351 (avg $89,446)
- IRS Statistics of Income
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| Metric | Aleutians West Census Area | Alaska Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $434,700 | $283,493 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,982 | $1,248 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 33.5% | 64.7% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.3 | 19.0 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Aleutians West Census Area is 53.3% above the Alaska state average and 90.9% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,982/month is 58.8% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.3, the buy-vs-rent decision in Aleutians West Census Area is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Aleutians West Census Area has an owner-occupancy rate of 33.5%, compared to 64.7% in Alaska and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape May County | New Jersey | $434,600 | $1,360 |
| Cherokee County | Georgia | $435,100 | $1,799 |
| Skagway Municipality | Alaska | $435,400 | $1,280 |
| Carroll County | Maryland | $434,000 | $1,427 |
| Sutter County | California | $433,500 | $1,439 |
Other Counties in Alaska
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skagway Municipality | $435,400 | $1,280 | 70.9% |
| Juneau City and Borough | $449,300 | $1,444 | 63.6% |
| Sitka City and Borough | $450,300 | $1,341 | 61.7% |
| Kodiak Island Borough | $412,300 | $1,765 | 61.1% |
| Anchorage Municipality | $395,900 | $1,489 | 63.9% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).