Nome Census Area, Alaska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Nome Census Area is located in Alaska with a total population of 9,925. It is the 10th most populous county out of 30 in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nome Census Area is 29.4 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 33.9% of the population under 18, Nome Census Area has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Nome Census Area is $76,643. This is 14% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% lower. The poverty rate stands at 21.1%. This is 108% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. 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 15.8%. This is 175% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $201,000. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $333,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Nome Census Area is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Nome Census Area is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (13.8%) is well below the state average of 58.3%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 3.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

17.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 88.6%.