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Akutan
City in Alaska, United States
Overview
Akutan is a remote Alaskan city located on Akutan Island in the Aleutians, known primarily for its historic role in the fishing industry and dramatic natural landscapes. The island offers rugged coastlines, volcanic features, and a close-knit local community, making it a destination for adventurous travelers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Alaska
Population
1,589
Time Zone
America/Anchorage
Coordinates
54.13°, -165.78°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$2,740
Local Cost
$1,910
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
30
English
100
Temperature
5.2°C
Summer Avg
9.0°C
Winter Avg
2.1°C
Record High
15.9°C
Record Low
-8.5°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
1274 mm
Internet Speed
134 Mbps
Upload
16 Mbps
Latency
76 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
0
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
KQA
Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.
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