Old Harbor, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Old Harbor, Alaska had a total population of 162, the 201st largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $30,000, which is 68% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 56.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 68% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (56.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 26.8% is notably above the national average.
Old Harbor Quick Facts
How Old Harbor 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 | 186 | 162 | -12.9% |
| Median household income | $31,250 | $30,000 | -4.0% |
How Old Harbor 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+)
Old Harbor Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Kodiak Island Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodiak | 5,447 | $90,292 | 7.5% | $347,100 |
| Mill Bay | 3,654 | $88,580 | 9.0% | $463,200 |
| Kodiak Station | 1,823 | $83,750 | 3.2% | N/A |
| Womens Bay | 788 | N/A | 10.5% | $438,200 |
| Akhiok | 160 | $85,139 | 17.5% | $54,400 |
| Port Lions | 150 | $46,250 | 20.7% | $161,500 |
| Larsen Bay | 145 | $37,188 | 29.7% | $117,500 |
| Ouzinkie | 86 | N/A | 22.1% | N/A |
| Karluk | 33 | N/A | 0.0% | $120,000 |
Cities Similar to Old Harbor
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allakaket | 167 | N/A | $9,999 | 0.0% | 69.5% |
| Pitkas Point | 169 | N/A | $125,000 | 0.0% | 46.8% |
| False Pass | 151 | N/A | N/A | 15.4% | 0.0% |
| Nelchina | 149 | N/A | N/A | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Cold Bay | 145 | N/A | N/A | 36.6% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 162, Old Harbor'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
Old Harbor is a small community located in Alaska, within Kodiak Island Borough. The total population is 162. It ranks as the 201st most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Old Harbor is 34.2 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Old Harbor is $30,000. This is 68% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 63% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 56.2%. This is 454% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. 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 26.8%. This is 357% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. 67.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Old Harbor is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (8.0%) is well below the state average of 57.7%.
Education
10.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 87.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Old Harbor, 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 Old Harbor, Alaska?
Old Harbor, Alaska has a population of 162 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Old Harbor, AK?
The median household income in Old Harbor is $30,000, which is 63% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Old Harbor, AK?
The poverty rate in Old Harbor is 56.2%. This means approximately 91 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Old Harbor, Alaska?
Old Harbor's population is 8.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Old Harbor, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Old Harbor — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Old Harbor, Alaska?
10.1% of adults (25+) in Old Harbor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.