2024 Alaska Demographics | Data & Analysis
Ready-to-use reports, analytics, and visualizations covering Alaska, including population, race, income, and more. Based on 2024 American Community Survey Estimates.
Alaska Key Demographic Statistics (2024 Estimates)
Key demographic statistics for Alaska summarized from the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates
Alaska 2024 Population: Age & Gender Distribution
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the total population of Alaska is 740,133. The median age of the population in Alaska is 36.3 years. The median age for males is 35.9 years, and for females it is 36.6 years.
The age distribution of the population in Alaska by age group is as follows:
| Age Group | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Under 5 years | 6.07% |
| 5–17 years (children) | 17.47% |
| 18–24 years (young adults) | 9.19% |
| 25–34 years | 15.31% |
| 35–54 years | 25.78% |
| 55–64 years | 11.40% |
| 65 years and over (seniors) | 14.78% |
The total dependency ratio in Alaska is 62.12. The youth dependency ratio is 38.16, and the old-age dependency ratio is 23.97. In demographic terms, the dependency ratio measures the size of the population typically not in the labor force (children under 18 and older adults 65+) relative to the working age (18-64) population. A higher ratio indicates a greater financial and social burden on the working population to support the non-working age groups.
For more detailed reports, explore the demographics for each of the most populated counties in Alaska, including Anchorage Municipality (289,069), Matanuska-Susitna Borough (110,677), and Fairbanks North Star Borough (95,555).
What is the Racial and Ethnic Breakdown of Alaska?
The racial makeup and ethnic composition (racial demographics) of Alaska is detailed below, based on the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates.
The Diversity Index for Alaska is calculated at 63.44, suggesting a high level of racial and ethnic diversity. This index measures the probability that two people chosen at random will be from different racial or ethnic groups.
The following table provides the breakdown of the population of Alaska by race and ethnicity:
| Racial/Ethnic Group | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White Alone (Non-Hispanic) | 57.00% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native Alone | 13.46% |
| Two or More Races | 11.01% |
| Hispanic or Latino (Any Race) | 7.73% |
| Asian Alone | 5.92% |
| Black/African American Alone | 2.41% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander Alone | 1.69% |
| Some Other Race Alone | 0.78% |
Alaska 2024 Demographics: Household Income Distribution
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the median household income in Alaska over the past 12 months, adjusted for 2024 inflation, was $95,665. This figure is based on a total of 274,045 households.
The distribution of household income in Alaska across various income brackets is as follows:
| Income Range | Percentage of Households |
|---|---|
| Less than $20,000 | 7.92% |
| $20,000 to $34,999 | 7.84% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 8.85% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.64% |
| $75,000 to $149,999 | 33.46% |
| $150,000 or more | 27.30% |
The counties with the highest median household income in Alaska are Aleutians West Census Area ($107,344), Sitka City and Borough ($101,207), and Bristol Bay Borough ($100,625).
Alaska 2024 Demographics: Property Value Distribution
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the distribution of property values for owner-occupied housing units in Alaska is based on a total of 182,292 properties.
The property value distribution in Alaska across various value brackets is as follows:
| Property Value Range | Percentage of Properties |
|---|---|
| Less than $25,000 | 2.15% |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2.79% |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 4.36% |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 8.85% |
| $200,000 to $499,999 | 55.52% |
| $500,000 to $999,999 | 25.42% |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0.91% |
Educational Attainment in Alaska (2024 Data)
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the educational attainment data covers the population 25 years and older in Alaska, totaling 497,924 individuals.
A significant portion of the population, 93.41%, has attained a high school diploma or higher. Furthermore, the percentage of individuals who hold a Bachelor's Degree or a higher professional/graduate degree is 32.75%.
The detailed breakdown by educational level is presented below:
| Educational Attainment Level | Percentage of Population 25+ |
|---|---|
| Less than high school graduate | 6.59% |
| High school graduate (incl. equivalency) | 28.48% |
| Some college or associate's degree | 32.18% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19.63% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 13.13% |
What is the Health Insurance Coverage Rate in Alaska?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the health insurance coverage data for Alaska shows that 11.0% of the population lacks health insurance coverage. This represents 77,532 individuals out of a total population of 705,677 people.
The uninsured rates vary significantly by age group. Young adults (18-34 years) have uninsured rates of 21.0% for males and 16.1% for females. In the 35-64 age bracket, 13.1% of males and 11.3% of females are uninsured.
Children under 18 and seniors aged 65+ generally have higher coverage rates due to public programs like Medicaid/CHIP and Medicare. In Alaska, uninsured rates for children are 8.9% for males and 8.6% for females, while seniors have rates of 1.1% for males and 1.3% for females.
| Age Group | Male Uninsured % | Female Uninsured % |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8.9% | 8.6% |
| 18-34 years | 21.0% | 16.1% |
| 35-64 years | 13.1% | 11.3% |
| 65+ years | 1.1% | 1.3% |
Alaska 2024 Population by Nativity and Citizenship Status
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the nativity and citizenship data for Alaska shows that 97.1% of the population are U.S. citizens. This includes both native-born and naturalized citizens, representing 718,612 individuals out of a total population of 740,133 people.
The nativity breakdown reveals diverse origins: 90.4% were born in the United States, 0.3% were born in Puerto Rico or U.S. Island Areas, and 1.6% were born abroad of American parent(s).
Among the foreign-born population, 4.8% of the total population have become naturalized U.S. citizens (35,315 individuals), while 2.9% are non-citizens (21,521 individuals).
| Nativity/Citizenship Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Born in the United States | 90.4% |
| Born in Puerto Rico or U.S. Island Areas | 0.3% |
| Born abroad of American parent(s) | 1.6% |
| U.S. citizen by naturalization | 4.8% |
| Not a U.S. citizen | 2.9% |
| Total U.S. Citizens | 97.1% |
Alaska 2024 Demographics: Means of Transportation to Work
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the commuting patterns for Alaska show that 79.2% of workers commute by car, truck, or van. This represents 286,841 workers out of a total workforce of 361,983 people.
Public transportation usage stands at 0.7% (2,460 workers), which includes buses, subways, light rail, commuter trains, and ferries, but excludes taxicabs. Active transportation methods include walking (6.5%) and bicycling (0.9%).
8.4% of workers in Alaska report working from home. An additional 4.2% use other means such as taxicabs, motorcycles, or other forms of transportation. These alternative commuting patterns reflect changing work arrangements and transportation preferences in the modern workforce.
| Transportation Method | Percentage | Number of Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Car, truck, or van | 79.2% | 286,841 |
| Public transportation | 0.7% | 2,460 |
| Bicycle | 0.9% | 3,370 |
| Walked | 6.5% | 23,469 |
| Taxicab, motorcycle, or other means | 4.2% | 15,366 |
| Worked from home | 8.4% | 30,477 |
| Total Workers | - | 361,983 |
Alaska 2024 Demographics: Employment by Class of Worker
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) Estimates, the civilian employed population aged 16 and over in Alaska totals 342,028 workers. Of these, 184,515 (53.9%) are male and 157,513 (46.1%) are female.
The employment distribution by class of worker in Alaska is as follows:
| Employment Class | Male Workers | Female Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Private For-Profit | 113,706 (33.2%) | 78,127 (22.8%) |
| Private Non-Profit | 14,686 (4.3%) | 26,418 (7.7%) |
| Government (All Levels) | 45,729 (13.4%) | 42,540 (12.4%) |
| • Local Government | 16,036 | 19,424 |
| • State Government | 15,361 | 14,919 |
| • Federal Government | 14,332 | 8,197 |
| Self-Employed | 10,268 (3.0%) | 10,086 (2.9%) |
Class of worker categorizes employed civilians by their employment arrangement. Private sector workers are employed by for-profit or non-profit companies. Government workers include those employed at local, state, or federal levels. Self-employed workers operate their own unincorporated businesses. Understanding the class of worker distribution provides insights into the economic structure and employment diversity of Alaska.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The age breakdown for the population of Alaska is detailed below, showing the percentage of the total population for each group:
| Age Group | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Under 5 years | 6.07% |
| 5–17 years (children) | 17.47% |
| 18–24 years (young adults) | 9.19% |
| 25–34 years | 15.31% |
| 35–54 years | 25.78% |
| 55–64 years | 11.40% |
| 65 years and over (seniors) | 14.78% |