Kasaan, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kasaan, Alaska had a total population of 51, the 265th largest city in Alaska. The poverty rate is 22.7%.
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 20.7% is notably above the national average.
Kasaan Quick Facts
How Kasaan 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 | 72 | 51 | -29.2% |
| Median home value | $383,300 | $340,000 | -11.3% |
How Kasaan 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Kasaan Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metlakatla | 1,235 | $72,279 | 13.5% | $167,600 |
| Craig | 1,131 | $67,778 | 7.9% | $289,500 |
| Klawock | 749 | $57,344 | 19.1% | $263,100 |
| Kake | 624 | $52,159 | 20.0% | $124,600 |
| Thorne Bay | 519 | $61,250 | 4.2% | $270,000 |
| Hydaburg | 375 | $46,875 | 23.6% | $105,900 |
| Coffman Cove | 269 | $62,917 | 5.9% | $250,000 |
| Hollis | 66 | $66,645 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Naukati Bay | 66 | N/A | 13.6% | N/A |
| Whale Pass | 54 | $34,821 | 11.1% | $239,300 |
Cities Similar to Kasaan
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huslia | 51 | $30,417 | $13,300 | 3.6% | 19.6% |
| Port Alexander | 50 | $57,813 | $118,800 | 18.9% | 6.0% |
| Igiugig | 53 | $64,583 | $359,100 | 24.3% | 9.4% |
| Petersville | 53 | N/A | $450,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Circle | 54 | $24,500 | $53,800 | 15.8% | 24.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 51, Kasaan'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
Kasaan is a small community located in Alaska, within Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area. The total population is 51. It ranks as the 265th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kasaan is 56.4 years. This is 58% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 22.7%. This is 124% 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 unemployment rate is 20.7%. This is 254% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $340,000. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $352,900. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Kasaan is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population.
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 92.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kasaan, 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 Kasaan, Alaska?
Kasaan, Alaska has a population of 51 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kasaan, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Kasaan — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kasaan, AK?
The poverty rate in Kasaan is 22.7%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kasaan, Alaska?
Kasaan's population is 37.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kasaan, AK?
The median home value in Kasaan is $340,000.
How educated is Kasaan, Alaska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Kasaan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.