Diomede, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Diomede, Alaska had a total population of 27, the 290th largest city in Alaska. The poverty rate is 92.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (92.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Diomede Quick Facts
How Diomede 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 | 25 | 27 | +8.0% |
How Diomede 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+)
Diomede Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Nome Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nome | 3,653 | $113,646 | 8.8% | $356,900 |
| Savoonga | 868 | $53,750 | 26.5% | $100,000 |
| Brevig Mission | 718 | $63,088 | 55.2% | $92,900 |
| Stebbins | 596 | $48,056 | 33.3% | $107,500 |
| Gambell | 569 | $52,500 | 30.7% | $117,900 |
| Unalakleet | 519 | $87,292 | 8.9% | $221,400 |
| Shishmaref | 466 | $61,458 | 24.9% | $109,400 |
| Elim | 383 | $37,031 | 41.8% | $120,000 |
| Koyuk | 348 | $36,563 | 41.9% | $95,000 |
| Shaktoolik | 283 | $80,417 | 7.1% | $92,100 |
Cities Similar to Diomede
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chignik | 27 | N/A | N/A | 13.0% | 11.1% |
| Chignik Lake | 27 | $80,625 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Port Protection | 27 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Elfin Cove | 28 | N/A | N/A | 82.1% | 0.0% |
| Chase | 29 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 27, Diomede'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
Diomede is a small community located in Alaska, within Nome Census Area. The total population is 27. It ranks as the 290th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Diomede is 27.2 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 35.8 years. With 44.4% of the population under 18, Diomede has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 92.6%. This is 813% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Diomede, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 33.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% lower than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 40.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Diomede, 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 Diomede, Alaska?
Diomede, Alaska has a population of 27 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Diomede, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Diomede — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Diomede, AK?
The poverty rate in Diomede is 92.6%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Diomede, Alaska?
Diomede's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Diomede, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Diomede — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Diomede, Alaska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Diomede hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.