Mekoryuk, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mekoryuk, Alaska had a total population of 287, the 164th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $28,542, which is 69% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 69% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 5.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 12.9% is notably above the national average.
Mekoryuk Quick Facts
How Mekoryuk 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 | 290 | 287 | -1.0% |
| Median household income | $28,750 | $28,542 | -0.7% |
| Median home value | $92,700 | $91,700 | -1.1% |
How Mekoryuk 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+)
Mekoryuk Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Bethel Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel | 6,312 | $117,255 | 11.6% | $360,200 |
| Quinhagak | 1,311 | $50,208 | 36.5% | $94,400 |
| Kwethluk | 975 | $51,917 | 30.9% | $86,700 |
| Toksook Bay | 833 | $57,083 | 28.8% | $66,200 |
| Akiachak | 736 | $30,000 | 51.6% | $137,500 |
| Kipnuk | 706 | $45,250 | 48.3% | $51,000 |
| Kasigluk | 698 | $60,833 | 50.2% | $63,500 |
| Chefornak | 620 | $51,818 | 25.3% | $125,000 |
| Nunapitchuk | 618 | $43,438 | 32.0% | $90,700 |
| Aniak | 585 | $93,542 | 13.6% | $265,600 |
Cities Similar to Mekoryuk
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby | 237 | N/A | $205,000 | 8.7% | 3.4% |
| Lower Kalskag | 239 | $30,500 | $300,000 | 4.5% | 50.6% |
| Russian Mission | 314 | $42,857 | $95,000 | 4.5% | 36.0% |
| Minto | 214 | N/A | $32,700 | 5.4% | 7.9% |
| Coldfoot | 211 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 25.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 287, Mekoryuk'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
Mekoryuk is a small community located in Alaska, within Bethel Census Area. The total population is 287. It ranks as the 164th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mekoryuk is 50.4 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mekoryuk is $28,542. This is 69% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 65% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.2%. This is 31% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 12.9%. This is 120% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $91,700. Housing costs are 74% lower than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 80.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mekoryuk is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 57.7%.
Education
5.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% lower 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 85.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mekoryuk, 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 Mekoryuk, Alaska?
Mekoryuk, Alaska has a population of 287 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mekoryuk, AK?
The median household income in Mekoryuk is $28,542, which is 65% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mekoryuk, AK?
The poverty rate in Mekoryuk is 13.2%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mekoryuk, Alaska?
Mekoryuk's population is 3.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mekoryuk, AK?
The median home value in Mekoryuk is $91,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Mekoryuk, Alaska?
5.2% of adults (25+) in Mekoryuk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.