Heavy Drinking vs. Unemployment in Alaska
The table below ranks the correlation between unemployment and heavy drinking in each county in Alaska. Skagway has the strongest correlation, while Aleutians East has the weakest.
| Ranking | County | Number of Excessive Drinkers | Number of Unemployed | Percentage of Heavy Drinkers | Percentage of Unemployed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Anchorage | 31,409 | 7,423 | 18 | 5.1 |
| 27 | Sitka | 926 | 181 | 19 | 4.2 |
| 28 | Aleutians West | 614 | 129 | 17 | 3.6 |
| 29 | Aleutians East | 364 | 68 | 15 | 2.8 |
Data Based on County Health Rankings.
