Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Cordova

Affordability in Cordova, AK

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Cordova is $1,200, set against a median household income of $85,132 per year. About 35% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a smaller but active rental market in this coastal community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Cordova Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 230 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Cordova

According to Walk Score, the area around Cordova's assisted properties has a Walk Score of 28 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 28. No Transit Score is available. These scores reflect the immediate area around the assisted property.

Cordova is a remote coastal community accessible primarily by small plane or ferry, so personal vehicles and water transport are central to daily life here.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 3 schools serve Cordova across 1 district -- including 1 elementary and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Cordova, AK

The median household income in Cordova is $85,132 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median rent is $1,200 per month, per the same source.

About 35% of Cordova residents rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Affordable and income-based housing options in the city are limited, with 1 HUD-assisted property and 22 total units available.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Of the 1 HUD-assisted property in Cordova, 1 has been mapped for flood zone data and none fall within a high-risk flood zone.