Anderson city, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Anderson city, Alaska Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.7x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Anderson city, Alaska has a total population of 160, the 204th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $101,250, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Anderson city Quick Facts

Population 160

Median Household Income $101,250

Median Home Value $176,100

Poverty Rate 6.4%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 33.0 years

Homeownership Rate 86.5%

Affordability Ratio 1.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.3%

High School Graduation Rate 97.8%

Diversity Index 33/100

Population 160 204th of 330

Median Income $101,250 top 20%

Poverty Rate 6.4% 49% lower national

Median Home Value $176,100 average

How Anderson city Compares

Median Household Income

Anderson city

$101,250

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Anderson city

$176,100

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.5%

$25K-$50K 13.5%

$50K-$100K 21.1%

$100K+ 51.9%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

60.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.5%

Renter 13.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.9%

18-34

30.0%

35-54

22.5%

55-74

25.0%

75+

0.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Anderson city Rankings in Alaska

#204 Population of 330

#27 Median Income of 330

#159 Education of 330

#134 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Anderson city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Tanacross CDP	173	N/A	N/A	10.0%	30.1%
Dry Creek CDP	147	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Cold Bay city	153	$112,273	N/A	60.0%	0.0%
Eareckson Station CDP	144	N/A	N/A	19.3%	0.0%
Kaktovik city	153	$88,750	$102,100	0.0%	18.1%

Population Overview

Anderson city is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 160. It ranks as the 204th most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Anderson city is 33.0 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Anderson city is $101,250. This is 13% higher than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $176,100. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $333,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Anderson city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Anderson city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.8%.

Education

14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 31.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Anderson city, Alaska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alaska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 330 Census-designated places in Alaska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Anderson city, Alaska?

Anderson city, Alaska has a population of 160 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Anderson city, AK?

The median household income in Anderson city is $101,250, which is 29% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Anderson city, AK?

The poverty rate in Anderson city is 6.4%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Anderson city, Alaska?

Anderson city's population is 81.3% White, 4.4% Black, 8.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Anderson city, AK?

The median home value in Anderson city is $176,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.

How educated is Anderson city, Alaska?

14.3% of adults (25+) in Anderson city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.