Sleetmute, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sleetmute, Alaska had a total population of 48, the 268th largest community in Alaska. The poverty rate is 31.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (31.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 8.3% is notably above the national average.
Sleetmute Quick Facts
How Sleetmute 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 | 61 | 48 | -21.3% |
How Sleetmute Compares
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Sleetmute Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Bethel Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel | 6,312 | $117,255 | 11.6% | $360,200 |
| Quinhagak | 1,311 | $50,208 | 36.5% | $94,400 |
| Kwethluk | 975 | $51,917 | 30.9% | $86,700 |
| Toksook Bay | 833 | $57,083 | 28.8% | $66,200 |
| Akiachak | 736 | $30,000 | 51.6% | $137,500 |
| Kipnuk | 706 | $45,250 | 48.3% | $51,000 |
| Kasigluk | 698 | $60,833 | 50.2% | $63,500 |
| Chefornak | 620 | $51,818 | 25.3% | $125,000 |
| Nunapitchuk | 618 | $43,438 | 32.0% | $90,700 |
| Aniak | 585 | $93,542 | 13.6% | $265,600 |
Cities Similar to Sleetmute
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot Point | 48 | N/A | $110,000 | 20.7% | 35.4% |
| Gulkana | 47 | N/A | N/A | 23.3% | 14.9% |
| Tonsina | 47 | N/A | N/A | 32.1% | 0.0% |
| Port Alexander | 50 | $57,813 | $118,800 | 18.9% | 6.0% |
| Huslia | 51 | $30,417 | $13,300 | 3.6% | 19.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 48, Sleetmute'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
Sleetmute is a small community located in Alaska, within Bethel Census Area. The total population is 48. It ranks as the 268th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sleetmute is 27.3 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 35.8 years. With 35.4% of the population under 18, Sleetmute has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 31.3%. This is 208% 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 8.3%. This is 42% higher than the state rate of 5.9%. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sleetmute is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (12.5%) is well below the state average of 57.7%.
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 76.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sleetmute, 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 Sleetmute, Alaska?
Sleetmute, Alaska has a population of 48 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sleetmute, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sleetmute — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sleetmute, AK?
The poverty rate in Sleetmute is 31.3%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sleetmute, Alaska?
Sleetmute's population is 12.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sleetmute, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sleetmute — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sleetmute, Alaska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Sleetmute hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.