Copper River Census Area, Alaska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Copper River Census Area is located in Alaska with a total population of 2,626. It is the 22nd most populous county out of 30 in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Copper River Census Area is 45.5 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Copper River Census Area is $75,053. This is 16% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 4% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 7.6%. This is 32% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $246,700. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 67.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Copper River Census Area is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.0%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% 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 91.0%.