Nikiski CDP, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Nikiski CDP, Alaska Demographics
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As of 2026, Nikiski CDP, Alaska has a total population of 4,656, the 27th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $63,023, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.9%.

Nikiski CDP Quick Facts

Population 4,656

Median Household Income $63,023

Median Home Value $309,200

Poverty Rate 13.9%

Unemployment Rate 6.0%

Median Age 37.1 years

Homeownership Rate 79.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.6%

High School Graduation Rate 92.5%

Diversity Index 41/100

Population 4,656 27th of 330

Median Income $63,023 average

Poverty Rate 13.9% 12% higher national

Median Home Value $309,200 top 20%

How Nikiski CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Nikiski CDP

$63,023

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Nikiski CDP

$309,200

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.7%

$25K-$50K 23.6%

$50K-$100K 28.4%

$100K+ 31.3%

Employment

6.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

47.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.5%

Renter 20.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.3%

18-34

18.5%

35-54

19.9%

55-74

25.6%

75+

8.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Nikiski CDP Rankings in Alaska

#27 Population of 330

#135 Median Income of 330

#152 Education of 330

#47 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Nikiski CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Soldotna city	4,448	$62,984	$277,300	21.4%	18.5%
Utqiaġvik city	4,850	$89,038	$282,400	13.8%	9.1%
Kodiak city	5,497	$71,373	$314,800	24.4%	7.7%
Homer city	5,750	$73,723	$363,700	40.6%	11.8%
Farmers Loop CDP	4,887	$103,635	$262,600	27.3%	1.3%

Population Overview

Nikiski CDP is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 4,656. It ranks as the 27th most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nikiski CDP is 37.1 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Nikiski CDP is $63,023. This is 29% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $309,200. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Nikiski CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.3%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.0%.

Education

15.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 31.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Nikiski CDP, Alaska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alaska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 330 Census-designated places in Alaska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Nikiski CDP, Alaska?

Nikiski CDP, Alaska has a population of 4,656 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Nikiski CDP, AK?

The median household income in Nikiski CDP is $63,023, which is 20% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Nikiski CDP, AK?

The poverty rate in Nikiski CDP is 13.9%. This means approximately 645 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Nikiski CDP, Alaska?

Nikiski CDP's population is 73.6% White, 0.9% Black, 5.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Nikiski CDP, AK?

The median home value in Nikiski CDP is $309,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

How educated is Nikiski CDP, Alaska?

15.6% of adults (25+) in Nikiski CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.