Big Lake CDP, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Big Lake CDP, Alaska Demographics
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As of 2026, Big Lake CDP, Alaska has a total population of 3,291, the 35th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $76,292, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.

Big Lake CDP Quick Facts

Population 3,291

Median Household Income $76,292

Median Home Value $286,600

Poverty Rate 12.6%

Unemployment Rate 3.9%

Median Age 36.9 years

Homeownership Rate 77.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.6%

High School Graduation Rate 96.3%

Diversity Index 32/100

Population 3,291 35th of 330

Median Income $76,292 above average

Poverty Rate 12.6% about average national

Median Home Value $286,600 top 30%

How Big Lake CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Big Lake CDP

$76,292

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Big Lake CDP

$286,600

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.6%

$25K-$50K 18.4%

$50K-$100K 24.3%

$100K+ 42.7%

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

60.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.8%

Renter 22.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.3%

18-34

24.1%

35-54

22.9%

55-74

26.9%

75+

3.9%

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+)

Big Lake CDP Rankings in Alaska

#35 Population of 330

#89 Median Income of 330

#131 Education of 330

#62 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Big Lake CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Petersburg CDP	3,346	$76,466	$298,500	27.2%	5.8%
Goldstream CDP	3,238	$92,604	$289,600	73.2%	6.3%
Eielson AFB CDP	3,133	$59,716	N/A	34.2%	1.8%
Mill Bay CDP	3,541	$94,359	$430,600	36.4%	5.7%
Seward city	2,735	$71,016	$290,300	36.9%	10.7%

Population Overview

Big Lake CDP is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 3,291. It ranks as the 35th most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Big Lake CDP is 36.9 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Big Lake CDP is $76,292. This is 15% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $286,600. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 77.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Big Lake CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.3%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.0%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

19.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 96.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Big Lake CDP, 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 Big Lake CDP, Alaska?

Big Lake CDP, Alaska has a population of 3,291 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Big Lake CDP, AK?

The median household income in Big Lake CDP is $76,292, which is 3% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Big Lake CDP, AK?

The poverty rate in Big Lake CDP is 12.6%. This means approximately 413 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Big Lake CDP, Alaska?

Big Lake CDP's population is 81.4% White, 0.4% Black, 6.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Big Lake CDP, AK?

The median home value in Big Lake CDP is $286,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Big Lake CDP, Alaska?

19.6% of adults (25+) in Big Lake CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.