Knik River CDP, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Knik River CDP, Alaska Demographics
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As of 2026, Knik River CDP, Alaska has a total population of 858, the 84th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $100,417, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Knik River CDP Quick Facts

Population 858

Median Household Income $100,417

Median Home Value $266,800

Poverty Rate 9.8%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 37.1 years

Homeownership Rate 86.9%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.2%

High School Graduation Rate 86.5%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 858 84th of 330

Median Income $100,417 top 20%

Poverty Rate 9.8% 21% lower national

Median Home Value $266,800 above average

How Knik River CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Knik River CDP

$100,417

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Knik River CDP

$266,800

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.8%

$25K-$50K 14.9%

$50K-$100K 21.9%

$100K+ 50.3%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

69.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.9%

Renter 13.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.3%

18-34

26.8%

35-54

20.6%

55-74

29.4%

75+

1.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Knik River CDP Rankings in Alaska

#84 Population of 330

#31 Median Income of 330

#100 Education of 330

#80 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Knik River CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Unalakleet city	800	$86,250	$163,800	43.9%	12.8%
Hoonah city	894	$81,406	$340,800	18.9%	13.2%
Womens Bay CDP	994	$102,292	$462,600	39.7%	13.4%
Denali Park CDP	787	$83,750	$458,300	22.9%	2.8%
Kachemak city	835	$71,125	$404,300	40.2%	25.4%

Population Overview

Knik River CDP is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 858. It ranks as the 84th most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Knik River CDP is 37.1 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Knik River CDP is $100,417. This is 12% higher than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $266,800. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $333,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Knik River CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Knik River CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.8%.

Education

24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 86.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Knik River CDP, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Knik River CDP, Alaska?

Knik River CDP, Alaska has a population of 858 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Knik River CDP, AK?

The median household income in Knik River CDP is $100,417, which is 28% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Knik River CDP, AK?

The poverty rate in Knik River CDP is 9.8%. This means approximately 84 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Knik River CDP, Alaska?

Knik River CDP's population is 82.3% White, 0.0% Black, 5.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Knik River CDP, AK?

The median home value in Knik River CDP is $266,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Knik River CDP, Alaska?

24.2% of adults (25+) in Knik River CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.