Hughes, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hughes, Alaska had a total population of 40, the 276th largest city in Alaska. The poverty rate is 15.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 12.5% is notably above the national average.
Hughes Quick Facts
How Hughes 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 | 32 | 40 | +25.0% |
How Hughes 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+)
Hughes Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Yukon | 656 | $42,022 | 15.9% | $168,200 |
| Galena | 611 | $87,875 | 10.3% | $107,000 |
| Nenana | 479 | $57,446 | 21.7% | $90,600 |
| Tanana | 334 | $83,036 | 11.7% | $67,100 |
| McGrath | 255 | $59,063 | 5.9% | $112,500 |
| Nulato | 255 | $53,021 | 11.4% | $102,700 |
| Ruby | 237 | N/A | 3.4% | $205,000 |
| Minto | 214 | N/A | 7.9% | $32,700 |
| Coldfoot | 211 | N/A | 25.1% | N/A |
| Holy Cross | 205 | N/A | 11.2% | $53,000 |
Cities Similar to Hughes
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mendeltna | 41 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 31.7% |
| Kokhanok | 39 | N/A | $310,000 | 38.1% | 10.3% |
| Oscarville | 42 | N/A | N/A | 18.8% | 57.1% |
| Platinum | 43 | N/A | N/A | 20.8% | 25.6% |
| Chenega | 37 | N/A | N/A | 58.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 40, Hughes'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
Hughes is a small community located in Alaska, within Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area. The total population is 40. It ranks as the 276th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hughes is 39.0 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 35.8 years. With 47.5% of the population under 18, Hughes has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 17.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 12.5%. This is 114% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. 62.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% 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 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hughes, 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 Hughes, Alaska?
Hughes, Alaska has a population of 40 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hughes, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hughes — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hughes, AK?
The poverty rate in Hughes is 15.0%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hughes, Alaska?
Hughes's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hughes, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hughes — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hughes, Alaska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Hughes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.