Nulato, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nulato, Alaska had a total population of 255, the 168th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $53,021, which is 43% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 43% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 6.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Nulato Quick Facts
How Nulato 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 | 284 | 255 | -10.2% |
| Median household income | $52,143 | $53,021 | +1.7% |
| Median home value | $65,000 | $102,700 | +58.0% |
How Nulato 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+)
Nulato Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Yukon | 656 | $42,022 | 15.9% | $168,200 |
| Galena | 611 | $87,875 | 10.3% | $107,000 |
| Nenana | 479 | $57,446 | 21.7% | $90,600 |
| Tanana | 334 | $83,036 | 11.7% | $67,100 |
| McGrath | 255 | $59,063 | 5.9% | $112,500 |
| Ruby | 237 | N/A | 3.4% | $205,000 |
| Minto | 214 | N/A | 7.9% | $32,700 |
| Coldfoot | 211 | N/A | 25.1% | N/A |
| Holy Cross | 205 | N/A | 11.2% | $53,000 |
| Grayling | 173 | $46,250 | 31.2% | $114,300 |
Cities Similar to Nulato
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teller | 255 | $54,375 | $38,100 | 5.7% | 33.3% |
| McGrath | 255 | $59,063 | $112,500 | 18.5% | 5.9% |
| Ruby | 237 | N/A | $205,000 | 8.7% | 3.4% |
| Nikolaevsk | 245 | $60,750 | $253,300 | 24.5% | 32.2% |
| Upper Kalskag | 239 | $47,917 | $241,700 | 5.5% | 26.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 255, Nulato'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
Nulato is a small community located in Alaska, within Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area. The total population is 255. It ranks as the 168th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nulato is 39.6 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 35.8 years. With 34.5% of the population under 18, Nulato has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nulato is $53,021. This is 43% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $102,700. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $352,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Nulato is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Nulato is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (26.7%) is well below the state average of 57.7%.
Education
6.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nulato, 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 Nulato, Alaska?
Nulato, Alaska has a population of 255 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nulato, AK?
The median household income in Nulato is $53,021, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nulato, AK?
The poverty rate in Nulato is 11.4%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nulato, Alaska?
Nulato's population is 26.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nulato, AK?
The median home value in Nulato is $102,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Nulato, Alaska?
6.2% of adults (25+) in Nulato hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.