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Haines, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Haines, Alaska had a total population of 1,757, the 53rd largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $86,719, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Haines Quick Facts

Population 1,757
Median Household Income $86,719
Median Home Value $282,700
Poverty Rate 5.1%
Unemployment Rate 5.8%
Median Age 50.1 years
Homeownership Rate 75.6%
Affordability Ratio 3.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.2%
High School Graduation Rate 97.8%
Diversity Index 48/100
Population 1,757 53rd of 326
Median Income $86,719 top 30%
Poverty Rate 5.1% 59% lower than national
Median Home Value $282,700 above average

How Haines Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,7811,757-1.3%
Median household income$72,250$86,719+20.0%
Median home value$321,000$282,700-11.9%

How Haines Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.2%
$25K-$50K 14.4%
$50K-$100K 30.8%
$100K+ 41.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.7%
$10K-$15K
4.0%
$15K-$20K
7.1%
$20K-$25K
1.5%
$25K-$30K
3.8%
$30K-$35K
4.5%
$35K-$40K
1.5%
$40K-$45K
2.8%
$45K-$50K
1.8%
$50K-$60K
7.5%
$60K-$75K
9.5%
$75K-$100K
13.7%
$100K-$125K
13.0%
$125K-$150K
11.9%
$150K-$200K
5.5%
$200K+
11.2%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.9%|National: 5.2%
56.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 75.6%
Renter 24.4%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,087/mo 15.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

48out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 63 | National average: 61

Education

Haines Rankings in Alaska

#53 Population of 326
#70 Median Income of 253
#52 Education of 326
#85 Home Value of 238

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Other Cities in Haines Borough

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Mosquito Lake 116 $148,065 0.0% $364,500
Mud Bay 79 $43,125 12.7% N/A
Excursion Inlet 62 N/A 21.0% N/A
Lutak 24 N/A 0.0% N/A
Covenant Life 15 N/A 0.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Haines

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Willow1,815$89,000$313,80029.8%13.2%
Point MacKenzie1,668N/AN/A2.9%7.3%
Kodiak Station1,823$83,750N/A28.9%3.2%
Prudhoe Bay1,664N/AN/A18.8%6.3%
Bear Creek1,732$95,774$474,50036.4%3.1%

Population Overview

Haines is a small community located in Alaska, within Haines Borough. The total population is 1,757. It ranks as the 53rd most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Haines is 50.1 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Haines is $86,719. This is 7% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.1%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. The median home value is $282,700. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 75.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Haines is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.2% of the population. Asian residents account for 6.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.

Education

34.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% higher 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 97.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Haines, 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 Haines, Alaska?

Haines, Alaska has a population of 1,757 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Haines, AK?

The median household income in Haines is $86,719, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Haines, AK?

The poverty rate in Haines is 5.1%. This means approximately 90 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Haines, Alaska?

Haines's population is 70.2% White, 0.0% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Haines, AK?

The median home value in Haines is $282,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Haines, Alaska?

34.2% of adults (25+) in Haines hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.