Koliganek
A community guide to Koliganek in Alaska, los Estados Unidos.
- Population
- 209 residents
- Region
- Alaska
- Country
- los Estados Unidos
- Coordinates
- 59.7276, -157.2845
Overview
Koliganek is a populated place in Alaska, los Estados Unidos. The community supports 209 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Alaska. Its position within the broader regional network gives Koliganek a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Koliganek sits at approximate coordinates 59.7276 latitude and -157.2845 longitude within Alaska. The terrain and natural features around Koliganek reflect those typical of its part of los Estados Unidos, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Alaska road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Climate
The climate at Koliganek is temperate, with marked seasonal variation between summer and winter, reflecting its location at latitude 59.73 within los Estados Unidos. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Koliganek experience. Visitors planning a trip to Koliganek should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Economy and services
The economy of Koliganek reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Alaska. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Alaska and los Estados Unidos. Businesses based in Koliganek draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.