Eek city, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Eek city is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 332. It ranks as the 148th most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eek city is 25.3 years. This is 29% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 39.2% of the population under 18, Eek city has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Eek city is $49,375. This is 45% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 37% lower. The poverty rate stands at 25.9%. This is 154% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 28.8%. This is 401% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Education

1.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 94% 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 78.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Eek city, 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.