Copper Center CDP, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Copper Center CDP, Alaska Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Highly DiverseNo single racial/ethnic group makes up a majority of the population

As of 2026, Copper Center CDP, Alaska has a total population of 312, the 152nd largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $61,250, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 15.9% is notably above the national average.

Copper Center CDP Quick Facts

Population 312

Median Household Income $61,250

Median Home Value $181,300

Poverty Rate 5.8%

Unemployment Rate 15.9%

Median Age 41.1 years

Homeownership Rate 52.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.6%

High School Graduation Rate 88.0%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 312 152nd of 330

Median Income $61,250 average

Poverty Rate 5.8% 53% lower national

Median Home Value $181,300 average

How Copper Center CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Copper Center CDP

$61,250

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Copper Center CDP

$181,300

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 27.1%

$25K-$50K 18.0%

$50K-$100K 32.0%

$100K+ 22.9%

Employment

15.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

61.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.5%

Renter 47.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.7%

18-34

19.2%

35-54

20.2%

55-74

32.4%

75+

4.5%

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+)

Copper Center CDP Rankings in Alaska

#152 Population of 330

#145 Median Income of 330

#176 Education of 330

#131 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Copper Center 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%
Tanana city	309	$54,167	$63,800	17.2%	14.3%
Tyonek CDP	291	$57,917	$45,000	7.4%	16.5%
Shaktoolik city	293	$65,833	$93,000	4.4%	10.9%

Population Overview

Copper Center CDP is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 312. It ranks as the 152nd most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Copper Center CDP is 41.1 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Copper Center CDP is $61,250. This is 31% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 15.9%. This is 176% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $181,300. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 52.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Copper Center CDP is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

11.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 88.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Copper Center 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 Copper Center CDP, Alaska?

Copper Center CDP, Alaska has a population of 312 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Copper Center CDP, AK?

The median household income in Copper Center CDP is $61,250, which is 22% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Copper Center CDP, AK?

The poverty rate in Copper Center CDP is 5.8%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Copper Center CDP, Alaska?

Copper Center CDP's population is 31.1% White, 0.0% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Copper Center CDP, AK?

The median home value in Copper Center CDP is $181,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Copper Center CDP, Alaska?

11.6% of adults (25+) in Copper Center CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.