Skagway, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Skagway, Alaska had a total population of 1,174, the 67th largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $89,028, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 9.3% is notably above the national average.
Skagway Quick Facts
How Skagway 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 | 1,212 | 1,174 | -3.1% |
| Median household income | $85,893 | $89,028 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $415,900 | $426,500 | +2.5% |
How Skagway 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+)
Skagway Rankings in Alaska
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Cities Similar to Skagway
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Junction | 1,217 | $84,271 | $281,900 | 22.7% | 8.2% |
| Diamond Ridge | 1,329 | $87,500 | $344,400 | 39.8% | 3.9% |
| Sand Point | 1,064 | $81,563 | $189,100 | 18.4% | 14.8% |
| Metlakatla | 1,235 | $72,279 | $167,600 | 9.3% | 13.5% |
| Salamatof | 1,149 | $66,500 | $323,300 | 12.2% | 14.2% |
Population Overview
Skagway is a small community located in Alaska, within Skagway Municipality. The total population is 1,174. It ranks as the 67th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Skagway is 40.5 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Skagway is $89,028. This is 4% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 10% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.2%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 9.3%. This is 58% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $426,500. Housing costs are 21% higher than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 67.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Skagway is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.2% of the population. Asian residents account for 8.5%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
29.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 97.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Skagway, 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 Skagway, Alaska?
Skagway, Alaska has a population of 1,174 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Skagway, AK?
The median household income in Skagway is $89,028, which is 10% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Skagway, AK?
The poverty rate in Skagway is 6.2%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Skagway, Alaska?
Skagway's population is 67.2% White, 0.9% Black, 6.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Skagway, AK?
The median home value in Skagway is $426,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.
How educated is Skagway, Alaska?
29.3% of adults (25+) in Skagway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.