Port Graham, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Port Graham, Alaska had a total population of 83, the 236th largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $58,125, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 32.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Port Graham Quick Facts
How Port Graham 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 | 125 | 83 | -33.6% |
| Median household income | $88,750 | $58,125 | -34.5% |
How Port Graham 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+)
Port Graham Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Kenai Peninsula Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalifornsky | 8,663 | $93,508 | 8.6% | $336,800 |
| Kenai | 7,641 | $87,083 | 13.2% | $283,900 |
| Sterling | 6,323 | $102,415 | 4.5% | $353,400 |
| Homer | 5,877 | $74,449 | 11.8% | $388,400 |
| Nikiski | 4,773 | $65,863 | 15.9% | $312,600 |
| Soldotna | 4,485 | $56,280 | 16.4% | $306,000 |
| Seward | 2,794 | $85,481 | 9.3% | $338,100 |
| Fritz Creek | 2,383 | $89,531 | 7.9% | $344,100 |
| Anchor Point | 2,243 | $63,000 | 14.4% | $241,600 |
| Ridgeway | 1,997 | $90,391 | 16.6% | $303,900 |
Cities Similar to Port Graham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ouzinkie | 86 | N/A | N/A | 2.7% | 22.1% |
| Chalkyitsik | 80 | $59,286 | $34,100 | 0.0% | 73.8% |
| Primrose | 89 | N/A | $450,000 | 58.8% | 9.0% |
| Atmautluak | 88 | $62,083 | $175,000 | 17.1% | 40.9% |
| Perryville | 82 | $47,500 | $150,000 | 10.5% | 9.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 83, Port Graham'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 Graham is a small community located in Alaska, within Kenai Peninsula Borough. The total population is 83. It ranks as the 236th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Port Graham is 40.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Port Graham is $58,125. This is 37% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 32.5%. This is 221% 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 7.3%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. 77.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Port Graham is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 3.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (10.8%) is well below the state average of 57.7%. The Asian population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.
Education
5.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 83% 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 98.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Port Graham, 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 Graham, Alaska?
Port Graham, Alaska has a population of 83 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Port Graham, AK?
The median household income in Port Graham is $58,125, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Port Graham, AK?
The poverty rate in Port Graham is 32.5%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Port Graham, Alaska?
Port Graham's population is 10.8% White, 3.6% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Port Graham, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Port Graham — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Port Graham, Alaska?
5.4% of adults (25+) in Port Graham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.