Bristol Bay Borough, Alaska Demographics 2026
Bristol Bay Borough, Alaska has a population of 918, the 29th most populous county in Alaska. The median household income is $95,625 and the median home value is $245,800. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bristol Bay Borough Quick Facts
How Bristol Bay Borough 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 | 878 | 918 | +4.6% |
| Median household income | $100,625 | $95,625 | -5.0% |
| Median home value | $269,800 | $245,800 | -8.9% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Bristol Bay Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naknek | 522 | $88,750 | 10.4% | $243,800 |
| King Salmon | 323 | $137,500 | 4.6% | $310,000 |
| South Naknek | 73 | $54,063 | 20.5% | $96,700 |
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Population Overview
Bristol Bay Borough is located in Alaska with a total population of 918. It is the 29th most populous county out of 30 in Alaska. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bristol Bay Borough is 39.7 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 35.8 years. Only 14.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bristol Bay Borough is $95,625. This is 3% higher than the state median of $92,788. It is also 18% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $245,800. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $352,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Bristol Bay Borough is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 53.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bristol Bay Borough is White (non-Hispanic), making up 48.6% of the population. Asian residents account for 10.0%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.9%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (10.0% vs 6.3%).
Education
20.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 97.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Bristol Bay Borough come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Alaska and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bristol Bay Borough, Alaska?
Bristol Bay Borough has a population of 918, making it the 29th most populous county in Alaska.
What is the median income in Bristol Bay Borough?
The median household income in Bristol Bay Borough is $95,625 with a poverty rate of 9.3%.
How many cities are in Bristol Bay Borough, Alaska?
Bristol Bay Borough contains 3 Census-designated places.