Denali Borough, Alaska Demographics 2026
Denali Borough, Alaska has a population of 1,969, the 26th most populous county in Alaska. The median household income is $80,781 and the median home value is $275,000. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Denali Borough Quick Facts
How Denali 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 | 2,029 | 1,969 | -3.0% |
| Median household income | $88,935 | $80,781 | -9.2% |
| Median home value | $262,000 | $275,000 | +5.0% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Denali Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denali Park | 819 | $80,938 | 5.1% | $416,700 |
| Healy | 670 | $125,000 | 11.6% | $309,200 |
| Anderson | 140 | $101,875 | 3.3% | $192,000 |
| Cantwell | 128 | $43,438 | 10.9% | $256,300 |
| Ferry | 22 | N/A | 13.6% | $245,800 |
Explore Alaska Rankings
Population Overview
Denali Borough is located in Alaska with a total population of 1,969. It is the 26th most populous county out of 30 in Alaska. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Denali Borough is 44.0 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 35.8 years. Only 14.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Denali Borough is $80,781. This is 13% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 84% lower than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $275,000. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 65.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Denali Borough is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.1%. The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.
Education
26.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 92.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Denali 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 Denali Borough, Alaska?
Denali Borough has a population of 1,969, making it the 26th most populous county in Alaska.
What is the median income in Denali Borough?
The median household income in Denali Borough is $80,781 with a poverty rate of 8.3%.
How many cities are in Denali Borough, Alaska?
Denali Borough contains 5 Census-designated places.