Levelock, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Levelock, Alaska had a total population of 8, the 318th largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $21,250, which is 77% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 37.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 77% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (37.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Alaska.
- Unemployment rate of 50.0% is notably above the national average.
Levelock Quick Facts
How Levelock 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 | 18 | 8 | -55.6% |
| Median household income | $23,750 | $21,250 | -10.5% |
How Levelock 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+)
Levelock Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Lake and Peninsula Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Alsworth | 199 | $67,750 | 1.5% | N/A |
| Newhalen | 122 | $106,250 | 8.2% | $240,600 |
| Nondalton | 103 | $57,500 | 30.6% | $88,200 |
| Perryville | 82 | $47,500 | 9.8% | $150,000 |
| Port Heiden | 73 | $61,250 | 24.7% | $130,000 |
| Iliamna | 70 | $74,500 | 30.0% | $330,000 |
| Egegik | 54 | $24,250 | 3.7% | N/A |
| Igiugig | 53 | $64,583 | 9.4% | $359,100 |
| Pilot Point | 48 | N/A | 35.4% | $110,000 |
| Kokhanok | 39 | N/A | 10.3% | $310,000 |
Cities Similar to Levelock
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Minchumina | 7 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 14.3% |
| 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% |
| Attu Station | 13 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
A note before these figures: with a population of 8, Levelock'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
Levelock is a small community located in Alaska, within Lake and Peninsula Borough. The total population is 8. It ranks as the 318th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Levelock is 51.0 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Levelock is $21,250. This is 77% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 74% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 37.5%. This is 270% 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 50.0%. This is 755% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Levelock was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
Levelock is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (25.0%) is well below the state average of 57.7%.
Education
50.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Levelock in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 58% 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 62.5%. Notably, 25.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Levelock, 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 Levelock, Alaska?
Levelock, Alaska has a population of 8 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Levelock, AK?
The median household income in Levelock is $21,250, which is 74% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Levelock, AK?
The poverty rate in Levelock is 37.5%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Levelock, Alaska?
Levelock's population is 25.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Levelock, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Levelock — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Levelock, Alaska?
50.0% of adults (25+) in Levelock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 25.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.