Shishmaref, Alaska
Quick Statistics
Shishmaref is a community in Nome, Alaska, home to about 466 people spread across 2.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $10,688 a year, and a typical home is worth about $109,400. About 7.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 83.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 17 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Alaska towns GeoStat tracks, Shishmaref ranks number 134 of 326 in population, number 154 in median household income, number 172 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Shishmaref typically top out near 58°F in July, while January nights average about -2°F. The area sees roughly 81 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Brevig Mission, AK | 62.4 mi. | 718 |
| 2. | Teller, AK | 68.0 mi. | 255 |
What is the population of Shishmaref, Alaska?
Shishmaref has a population of about 466 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Shishmaref, Alaska in?
Shishmaref is located in Nome, Alaska.
What is the median home value in Shishmaref, Alaska?
The median home value in Shishmaref is about $109,400, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Shishmaref, Alaska?
The median personal income in Shishmaref is about $10,688 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Shishmaref, Alaska?
No tornadoes have been recorded in Nome since modern record-keeping began in 1950.
What is the weather like in Shishmaref, Alaska?
Typical July highs run about 58 degrees and January lows about -2 degrees, with around 81 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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