Akiak, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Akiak, Alaska had a total population of 377, the 147th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $78,929, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 25.9% is notably above the national average.
Akiak Quick Facts
How Akiak Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 273 | 377 | +38.1% |
| Median household income | $71,667 | $78,929 | +10.1% |
How Akiak Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Akiak Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Bethel Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel | 6,312 | $117,255 | 11.6% | $360,200 |
| Quinhagak | 1,311 | $50,208 | 36.5% | $94,400 |
| Kwethluk | 975 | $51,917 | 30.9% | $86,700 |
| Toksook Bay | 833 | $57,083 | 28.8% | $66,200 |
| Akiachak | 736 | $30,000 | 51.6% | $137,500 |
| Kipnuk | 706 | $45,250 | 48.3% | $51,000 |
| Kasigluk | 698 | $60,833 | 50.2% | $63,500 |
| Chefornak | 620 | $51,818 | 25.3% | $125,000 |
| Nunapitchuk | 618 | $43,438 | 32.0% | $90,700 |
| Aniak | 585 | $93,542 | 13.6% | $265,600 |
Cities Similar to Akiak
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanana | 334 | $83,036 | $67,100 | 19.3% | 11.7% |
| Tazlina | 365 | $100,208 | $313,000 | 15.3% | 10.7% |
| Point Lay | 390 | $104,063 | $119,100 | 10.2% | 14.4% |
| Two Rivers | 451 | $78,155 | $315,600 | 63.1% | 0.0% |
| Whittier | 411 | $62,500 | $83,800 | 33.2% | 20.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 377, Akiak's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Akiak is a small community located in Alaska, within Bethel Census Area. The total population is 377. It ranks as the 147th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Akiak is 24.3 years. This is 32% lower than the state median of 35.8 years. With 39.5% of the population under 18, Akiak has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Akiak is $78,929. This is 15% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.8%. This is 114% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 25.9%. This is 343% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. 70.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Akiak is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (5.3%) is well below the state average of 57.7%.
Education
11.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 31.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Akiak, Alaska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Alaska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 326 Census-designated places in Alaska. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Akiak, Alaska?
Akiak, Alaska has a population of 377 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Akiak, AK?
The median household income in Akiak is $78,929, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Akiak, AK?
The poverty rate in Akiak is 21.8%. This means approximately 82 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Akiak, Alaska?
Akiak's population is 5.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Akiak, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Akiak — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Akiak, Alaska?
11.5% of adults (25+) in Akiak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.