Newhalen, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newhalen, Alaska had a total population of 122, the 217th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $106,250, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
Newhalen Quick Facts
How Newhalen 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 | 100 | 122 | +22.0% |
| Median household income | $56,250 | $106,250 | +88.9% |
| Median home value | $203,100 | $240,600 | +18.5% |
How Newhalen 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+)
Newhalen 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 |
| 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 |
| Chignik Lagoon | 29 | $71,875 | 17.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Newhalen
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tetlin | 123 | N/A | $46,100 | 0.0% | 12.8% |
| Slana | 119 | N/A | N/A | 43.7% | 23.5% |
| Eareckson Station | 129 | N/A | N/A | 24.2% | 4.7% |
| Kaktovik | 124 | $93,750 | $97,100 | 0.0% | 25.0% |
| Anderson | 140 | $101,875 | $192,000 | 19.7% | 3.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 122, Newhalen'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
Newhalen is a small community located in Alaska, within Lake and Peninsula Borough. The total population is 122. It ranks as the 217th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Newhalen is 29.8 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 35.8 years. With 31.1% of the population under 18, Newhalen has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Newhalen is $106,250. This is 15% higher than the state median of $92,788. It is also 32% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Newhalen, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $240,600. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $352,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Newhalen is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Newhalen is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (4.1%) is well below the state average of 57.7%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Newhalen, 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 Newhalen, Alaska?
Newhalen, Alaska has a population of 122 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Newhalen, AK?
The median household income in Newhalen is $106,250, which is 32% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Newhalen, AK?
The poverty rate in Newhalen is 8.2%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Newhalen, Alaska?
Newhalen's population is 4.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Newhalen, AK?
The median home value in Newhalen is $240,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Newhalen, Alaska?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Newhalen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.