Chickaloon CDP, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Chickaloon CDP, Alaska Demographics
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As of 2026, Chickaloon CDP, Alaska has a total population of 318, the 151st largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $46,042, which is 48% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 48% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.5% — among the lowest in Alaska.
Unemployment rate of 20.0% is notably above the national average.

Chickaloon CDP Quick Facts

Population 318

Median Household Income $46,042

Median Home Value $245,000

Poverty Rate 2.5%

Unemployment Rate 20.0%

Median Age 49.1 years

Homeownership Rate 85.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.9%

High School Graduation Rate 95.0%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 318 151st of 330

Median Income $46,042 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 2.5% 80% lower national

Median Home Value $245,000 above average

How Chickaloon CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Chickaloon CDP

$46,042

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Chickaloon CDP

$245,000

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.5%

$25K-$50K 38.2%

$50K-$100K 29.0%

$100K+ 18.3%

Employment

20.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

32.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.5%

Renter 14.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.6%

18-34

25.5%

35-54

7.9%

55-74

39.6%

75+

8.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Chickaloon CDP Rankings in Alaska

#151 Population of 330

#210 Median Income of 330

#94 Education of 330

#89 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Chickaloon CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Tuluksak CDP	324	N/A	N/A	3.8%	4.0%
Coldfoot CDP	300	N/A	N/A	0.0%	18.7%
Teller city	309	$42,500	$56,700	2.9%	32.4%
Eek city	332	$49,375	N/A	1.8%	25.9%
Hydaburg city	297	$49,375	$120,000	7.9%	18.2%

Population Overview

Chickaloon CDP is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 318. It ranks as the 151st most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chickaloon CDP is 49.1 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chickaloon CDP is $46,042. This is 48% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 41% lower. The poverty rate stands at 2.5%. This is 75% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 20.0%. This is 248% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $245,000. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 85.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Chickaloon CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.0% vs 58.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

24.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 95.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chickaloon 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 Chickaloon CDP, Alaska?

Chickaloon CDP, Alaska has a population of 318 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Chickaloon CDP, AK?

The median household income in Chickaloon CDP is $46,042, which is 41% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chickaloon CDP, AK?

The poverty rate in Chickaloon CDP is 2.5%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chickaloon CDP, Alaska?

Chickaloon CDP's population is 89.0% White, 0.0% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Chickaloon CDP, AK?

The median home value in Chickaloon CDP is $245,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.

How educated is Chickaloon CDP, Alaska?

24.9% of adults (25+) in Chickaloon CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.