Aniak, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Aniak, Alaska had a total population of 585, the 116th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $93,542, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 13.0% is notably above the national average.
Aniak Quick Facts
How Aniak 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 | 571 | 585 | +2.5% |
| Median household income | $66,875 | $93,542 | +39.9% |
| Median home value | $237,000 | $265,600 | +12.1% |
How Aniak 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Aniak 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 |
| Napakiak | 556 | $27,143 | 52.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Aniak
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galena | 611 | $87,875 | $107,000 | 37.4% | 10.3% |
| Big Delta | 565 | $104,653 | $410,400 | 53.5% | 0.5% |
| Nuiqsut | 616 | $78,438 | $140,400 | 6.8% | 21.1% |
| Naknek | 522 | $88,750 | $243,800 | 17.9% | 10.4% |
| South Van Horn | 572 | $73,214 | $41,500 | 6.0% | 9.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 585, Aniak'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
Aniak is a small community located in Alaska, within Bethel Census Area. The total population is 585. It ranks as the 116th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Aniak is 28.7 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Aniak is $93,542. This is about the same as the state median of $92,788. It is also 16% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 13.0%. This is 122% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $265,600. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $352,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Aniak is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 57.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Aniak is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 12.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (12.1%) is well below the state average of 57.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 7.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (15.6% vs 6.3%).
Education
13.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 89.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Aniak, 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 Aniak, Alaska?
Aniak, Alaska has a population of 585 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Aniak, AK?
The median household income in Aniak is $93,542, which is 16% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Aniak, AK?
The poverty rate in Aniak is 13.6%. This means approximately 79 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Aniak, Alaska?
Aniak's population is 12.1% White, 0.0% Black, 1.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 15.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Aniak, AK?
The median home value in Aniak is $265,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Aniak, Alaska?
13.1% of adults (25+) in Aniak hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.