Seward city, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Seward city, Alaska Demographics
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As of 2026, Seward city, Alaska has a total population of 2,735, the 41st largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $71,016, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.

Seward city Quick Facts

Population 2,735

Median Household Income $71,016

Median Home Value $290,300

Poverty Rate 10.7%

Unemployment Rate 4.4%

Median Age 42.6 years

Homeownership Rate 68.7%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.9%

High School Graduation Rate 92.8%

Diversity Index 41/100

Population 2,735 41st of 330

Median Income $71,016 above average

Poverty Rate 10.7% 14% lower national

Median Home Value $290,300 top 30%

How Seward city Compares

Median Household Income

Seward city

$71,016

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Seward city

$290,300

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.1%

$25K-$50K 17.1%

$50K-$100K 30.4%

$100K+ 33.4%

Employment

4.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

47.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.7%

Renter 31.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.5%

18-34

20.8%

35-54

26.1%

55-74

25.5%

75+

6.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Seward city Rankings in Alaska

#41 Population of 330

#106 Median Income of 330

#43 Education of 330

#59 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Seward city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Ester CDP	2,784	$67,640	$242,000	35.9%	9.9%
North Pole city	2,663	$93,355	$272,000	27.1%	7.0%
Fritz Creek CDP	2,432	$85,893	$328,200	43.1%	5.3%
Big Lake CDP	3,291	$76,292	$286,600	19.6%	12.6%
Eielson AFB CDP	3,133	$59,716	N/A	34.2%	1.8%

Population Overview

Seward city is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 2,735. It ranks as the 41st most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Seward city is 42.6 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Seward city is $71,016. This is 21% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $290,300. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 68.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Seward city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

36.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 31.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.8%. Notably, 17.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Seward city, Alaska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alaska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 330 Census-designated places in Alaska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Seward city, Alaska?

Seward city, Alaska has a population of 2,735 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Seward city, AK?

The median household income in Seward city is $71,016, which is 10% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Seward city, AK?

The poverty rate in Seward city is 10.7%. This means approximately 229 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Seward city, Alaska?

Seward city's population is 71.9% White, 2.5% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Seward city, AK?

The median home value in Seward city is $290,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Seward city, Alaska?

36.9% of adults (25+) in Seward city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 17.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.