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Aleutians East County

AK · Pop. 3,423 · Rural County

74/100Homestead Score

Aleutians East Borough, Alaska covers 6,986 square miles with a population of 3,423 and a density of 0.5 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 7a with a 134-day growing season, average summer highs of 54.3°F and average winter lows of 24.8°F. Annual rainfall averages 41.7 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Iliuliuk Family and Health Services Inc is 205.2 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 77% of homes.

Growing Season: 134 days
Broadband: 77%
Density: 0.5/sq mi

Pros

  • A median home price of $144,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • At 0.5 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
  • A low unemployment rate of 3% reflects a stable local job base.
  • Annual rainfall of 41.7 inches supports rain-fed gardens and pasture in most years.

Cons

  • A 134-day growing season limits crop diversity and calls for season-extension tools.
  • Broadband reaches only 77% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.
  • The nearest hospital, Iliuliuk Family and Health Services Inc, is 205.2 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.

At a glance

Aleutians East County, AK is a strong overall fit for homesteading.

Homestead score
74/100
Median home price
$144k
Growing season
134 days (zone 7a)
Annual rainfall
41.7"
Broadband
77%
Nearest hospital
Iliuliuk Family and Health Services Inc, 205.2 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Median Household Income$72,692
Poverty Rate12.4%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$144K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone7a
Growing Season134 days
Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
Avg Summer High54.3°F
Avg Winter Low24.8°F

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought1/10
Wildfire1/10
Tornado1/10
Flood1/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalIliuliuk Family and Health Services Inc (205.2 mi)
Emergency RoomNo
Healthcare Facilities0

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage77%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3%

Homesteading in Aleutians East County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Aleutians East Borough?
Aleutians East Borough is in USDA hardiness zone 7a with a 134-day growing season, average summer highs of 54.3°F, and average winter lows of 24.8°F.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 77% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
How close is healthcare?
Iliuliuk Family and Health Services Inc is 205.2 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.

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Data sources

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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.