Sitka, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sitka, Alaska had a total population of 8,368, the 12th largest borough in Alaska, with a median household income of $101,727, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sitka Quick Facts
How Sitka 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 | 8,393 | 8,368 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $101,207 | $101,727 | +0.5% |
| Median home value | $442,100 | $450,300 | +1.9% |
How Sitka 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Sitka Rankings in Alaska
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Cities Similar to Sitka
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalifornsky | 8,663 | $93,508 | $336,800 | 31.6% | 8.6% |
| Ketchikan | 8,078 | $85,275 | $352,400 | 24.5% | 11.2% |
| Meadow Lakes | 8,689 | $81,699 | $323,100 | 15.8% | 14.1% |
| Tanaina | 9,646 | $105,536 | $328,500 | 24.5% | 8.6% |
| Kenai | 7,641 | $87,083 | $283,900 | 28.1% | 13.2% |
Population Overview
Sitka is a small city located in Alaska, within Sitka City and Borough. The total population is 8,368. It ranks as the 12th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sitka is 39.7 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sitka is $101,727. This is 10% higher than the state median of $92,788. It is also 26% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $450,300. Housing costs are 28% higher than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 61.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sitka is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.6% of the population. Asian residents account for 8.3%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
34.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% higher 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sitka, 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 Sitka, Alaska?
Sitka, Alaska has a population of 8,368 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sitka, AK?
The median household income in Sitka is $101,727, which is 26% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sitka, AK?
The poverty rate in Sitka is 7.5%. This means approximately 614 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sitka, Alaska?
Sitka's population is 57.6% White, 0.3% Black, 6.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sitka, AK?
The median home value in Sitka is $450,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Sitka, Alaska?
34.3% of adults (25+) in Sitka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.