Naukati Bay, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Naukati Bay, Alaska had a total population of 66, the 254th largest community in Alaska. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
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%.
Naukati Bay Quick Facts
How Naukati Bay 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 | 97 | 66 | -32.0% |
How Naukati Bay 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Naukati Bay 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 |
| Whale Pass | 54 | $34,821 | 11.1% | $239,300 |
| Kasaan | 51 | N/A | 22.7% | $340,000 |
Cities Similar to Naukati Bay
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollis | 66 | $66,645 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Crown Point | 65 | N/A | N/A | 27.7% | 27.7% |
| Kaltag | 68 | $68,125 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Iliamna | 70 | $74,500 | $330,000 | 37.5% | 30.0% |
| St. George | 70 | N/A | $95,000 | 30.9% | 70.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 66, Naukati Bay'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
Naukati Bay is a small community located in Alaska, within Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area. The total population is 66. It ranks as the 254th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Naukati Bay is 25.9 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 35% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Naukati Bay, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Naukati Bay is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.6% 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 79.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Naukati Bay, 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 Naukati Bay, Alaska?
Naukati Bay, Alaska has a population of 66 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Naukati Bay, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Naukati Bay — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Naukati Bay, AK?
The poverty rate in Naukati Bay is 13.6%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Naukati Bay, Alaska?
Naukati Bay's population is 63.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Naukati Bay, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Naukati Bay — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Naukati Bay, Alaska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Naukati Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.