Chickaloon, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chickaloon, Alaska had a total population of 333, the 153rd largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $54,063, which is 42% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 42% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Unemployment rate of 17.0% is notably above the national average.
Chickaloon Quick Facts
How Chickaloon 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 | 318 | 333 | +4.7% |
| Median household income | $46,042 | $54,063 | +17.4% |
How Chickaloon 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Chickaloon Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Matanuska-Susitna Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knik-Fairview | 19,972 | $96,437 | 9.2% | $340,200 |
| North Lakes | 10,223 | $101,679 | 7.3% | $357,600 |
| Wasilla | 9,720 | $67,234 | 17.5% | $358,400 |
| Tanaina | 9,646 | $105,536 | 8.6% | $328,500 |
| Meadow Lakes | 8,689 | $81,699 | 14.1% | $323,100 |
| Gateway | 6,845 | $137,772 | 4.5% | $446,200 |
| Palmer | 6,268 | $72,201 | 13.0% | $294,900 |
| South Lakes | 6,180 | $98,141 | 7.6% | $377,500 |
| Fishhook | 5,819 | $111,375 | 9.2% | $416,300 |
| Butte | 4,085 | $101,042 | 6.7% | $374,600 |
Cities Similar to Chickaloon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saxman | 324 | $51,250 | $305,900 | 4.6% | 16.4% |
| Copper Center | 346 | $59,750 | $217,900 | 10.2% | 5.3% |
| Kongiganak | 316 | $64,583 | $133,300 | 1.3% | 20.6% |
| Kasilof | 313 | $63,386 | $445,900 | 56.4% | 21.1% |
| Tununak | 384 | $54,306 | N/A | 3.5% | 19.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 333, Chickaloon'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
Chickaloon is a small community located in Alaska, within Matanuska-Susitna Borough. The total population is 333. It ranks as the 153rd most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chickaloon is 42.6 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 35.8 years. 10.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chickaloon is $54,063. This is 42% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Chickaloon. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 17.0%. This is 190% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. 86.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Chickaloon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 7.3%. The Asian population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.
Education
26.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chickaloon, 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 Chickaloon, Alaska?
Chickaloon, Alaska has a population of 333 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chickaloon, AK?
The median household income in Chickaloon is $54,063, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chickaloon, AK?
The ACS sample for Chickaloon recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Chickaloon, Alaska?
Chickaloon's population is 85.9% White, 0.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chickaloon, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Chickaloon — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Chickaloon, Alaska?
26.3% of adults (25+) in Chickaloon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.