Teller Public RecordsAlaska

As of the 2020 Census, Teller, near Nome, Alaska, had a population of 249. The population is predominantly Alaska Native (91.4%), with small percentages of White (6.4%), and other races. The median age is 28.7, highlighting a young community; about 38% are under 18. Gender distribution is roughly balanced, with males making up 50.2% and females 49.8%. The city reflects the rich Inupiaq heritage common to the Bering Strait region.

Teller, near Nome, AK, has a homeownership rate of roughly 50%, with the rest renting. Median home values are around $80,000–$90,000, significantly below the national average, while rents average near $700 per month. Housing mainly consists of single-family dwellings and small cabins. Property values have remained relatively stable, with minimal year-over-year growth. Neighborhoods are small and closely-knit, reflecting the remote, rural setting. Property tax rates are low, under 1% of assessed value, and there is no state income tax. The housing market has limited inventory and little new construction.

Teller, near Nome, AK, is served by the Bering Strait School District with one main school—Teller School—offering K-12 education to around 90 students, but no post-secondary or adult education programs locally. The graduation rate is about 67%, below state average. There are no nearby colleges; bachelor’s attainment among adults is under 10%. Standardized test scores typically fall below statewide averages. The school emphasizes cultural and subsistence programs, and school safety is a priority, with a low incidence of reported incidents. Remote location limits access to expanded educational opportunities.

Teller, a small city near Nome, Alaska, relies primarily on private vehicles and ATVs, with over 90% of workers driving alone or carpooling; public transit is not available. Most commutes are under 15 minutes due to the city's compact size, and nearly all households own at least one vehicle. Gravel roads form the core infrastructure, connecting to Nome by seasonal road. Major employment is concentrated in local government, tribal organizations, and nearby subsistence activities. There are no major industrial hubs, and transportation heavily depends on personal vehicles and, seasonally, snowmobiles or boats.

Teller, near Nome, AK (population ~260, majority Alaska Native), lacks its own hospital; residents rely on a local clinic—Norton Sound Health Corporation’s Teller Clinic—for basic care, staffed by Community Health Aides and occasional visiting providers. For advanced needs, patients are medevaced 72 miles to Norton Sound Regional Hospital in Nome. In Nome, 36.2% of residents are uninsured or rely on Indian Health Service (IHS) coverage. Common health issues include respiratory and chronic diseases, injuries, and high rates of diabetes. Geographic isolation and weather often impede timely access to emergency or specialty care.