Pilot Point, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pilot Point, Alaska had a total population of 48, the 268th largest city in Alaska. The poverty rate is 35.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (35.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Pilot Point Quick Facts
How Pilot Point 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 | 54 | 48 | -11.1% |
How Pilot Point 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+)
Pilot Point 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 |
| Newhalen | 122 | $106,250 | 8.2% | $240,600 |
| 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 |
| Kokhanok | 39 | N/A | 10.3% | $310,000 |
| Chignik Lagoon | 29 | $71,875 | 17.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Pilot Point
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleetmute | 48 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 31.3% |
| Gulkana | 47 | N/A | N/A | 23.3% | 14.9% |
| Tonsina | 47 | N/A | N/A | 32.1% | 0.0% |
| Port Alexander | 50 | $57,813 | $118,800 | 18.9% | 6.0% |
| Huslia | 51 | $30,417 | $13,300 | 3.6% | 19.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 48, Pilot Point'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
Pilot Point is a small community located in Alaska, within Lake and Peninsula Borough. The total population is 48. It ranks as the 268th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pilot Point is 35.0 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 35.8 years. With 31.3% of the population under 18, Pilot Point has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 35.4%. This is 249% 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 3.2%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $110,000. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $352,900. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pilot Point is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (6.3%) is well below the state average of 57.7%.
Education
20.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 86.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pilot Point, 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 Pilot Point, Alaska?
Pilot Point, Alaska has a population of 48 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pilot Point, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pilot Point — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pilot Point, AK?
The poverty rate in Pilot Point is 35.4%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pilot Point, Alaska?
Pilot Point's population is 6.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pilot Point, AK?
The median home value in Pilot Point is $110,000.
How educated is Pilot Point, Alaska?
20.7% of adults (25+) in Pilot Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.