Port Clarence, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Port Clarence, Alaska had a total population of 16, the 307th largest community in Alaska.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Port Clarence Quick Facts
How Port Clarence 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 | 17 | 16 | -5.9% |
How Port Clarence Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
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+)
Port Clarence Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Nome Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nome | 3,653 | $113,646 | 8.8% | $356,900 |
| Savoonga | 868 | $53,750 | 26.5% | $100,000 |
| Brevig Mission | 718 | $63,088 | 55.2% | $92,900 |
| Stebbins | 596 | $48,056 | 33.3% | $107,500 |
| Gambell | 569 | $52,500 | 30.7% | $117,900 |
| Unalakleet | 519 | $87,292 | 8.9% | $221,400 |
| Shishmaref | 466 | $61,458 | 24.9% | $109,400 |
| Elim | 383 | $37,031 | 41.8% | $120,000 |
| Koyuk | 348 | $36,563 | 41.9% | $95,000 |
| Shaktoolik | 283 | $80,417 | 7.1% | $92,100 |
Cities Similar to Port Clarence
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bettles | 16 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Beaver | 17 | N/A | $33,500 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Crooked Creek | 17 | $58,750 | N/A | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Evansville | 17 | $128,194 | N/A | 35.3% | 0.0% |
| Paxson | 17 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 16, Port Clarence'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
Port Clarence is a small community located in Alaska, within Nome Census Area. The total population is 16. It ranks as the 307th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Port Clarence is 21.3 years. This is 41% lower than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Port Clarence is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.0% of the population. Asian residents account for 25.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (25.0% vs 6.3%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Port Clarence, 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 Port Clarence, Alaska?
Port Clarence, Alaska has a population of 16 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Port Clarence, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Port Clarence — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the racial makeup of Port Clarence, Alaska?
Port Clarence's population is 75.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 25.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Port Clarence, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Port Clarence — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Port Clarence, Alaska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Port Clarence hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.