Lake Minchumina, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake Minchumina, Alaska had a total population of 7, the 319th largest community in Alaska. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
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%.
Lake Minchumina Quick Facts
How Lake Minchumina 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 | 14 | 7 | -50.0% |
How Lake Minchumina 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+)
Lake Minchumina 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 Lake Minchumina
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levelock | 8 | $21,250 | N/A | 50.0% | 37.5% |
| Kupreanof | 10 | N/A | N/A | 90.0% | 0.0% |
| Alatna | 11 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 9.1% |
| Mertarvik | 12 | N/A | N/A | 42.9% | 8.3% |
| Beluga | 4 | N/A | N/A | 75.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 7, Lake Minchumina'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
Lake Minchumina is a small community located in Alaska, within Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area. The total population is 7. It ranks as the 319th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lake Minchumina is 82.1 years. This is 129% higher than the state median of 35.8 years. 57.1% 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 14.3%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Lake Minchumina, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Lake Minchumina was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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 42.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lake Minchumina, 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 Lake Minchumina, Alaska?
Lake Minchumina, Alaska has a population of 7 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lake Minchumina, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lake Minchumina — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lake Minchumina, AK?
The poverty rate in Lake Minchumina is 14.3%. This means approximately 1 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lake Minchumina, Alaska?
Lake Minchumina's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lake Minchumina, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lake Minchumina — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lake Minchumina, Alaska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Lake Minchumina hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.