South Lakes CDP, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: South Lakes CDP, Alaska Demographics
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As of 2026, South Lakes CDP, Alaska has a total population of 6,132, the 19th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $89,632, which is about average than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.

South Lakes CDP Quick Facts

Population 6,132

Median Household Income $89,632

Median Home Value $367,700

Poverty Rate 10.6%

Unemployment Rate 7.1%

Median Age 33.0 years

Homeownership Rate 65.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.3%

High School Graduation Rate 95.7%

Diversity Index 34/100

Population 6,132 19th of 330

Median Income $89,632 top 30%

Poverty Rate 10.6% 15% lower national

Median Home Value $367,700 top 10%

How South Lakes CDP Compares

Median Household Income

South Lakes CDP

$89,632

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

South Lakes CDP

$367,700

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.7%

$25K-$50K 13.6%

$50K-$100K 31.5%

$100K+ 45.2%

Employment

7.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

65.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.2%

Renter 34.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.2%

18-34

27.5%

35-54

24.5%

55-74

20.2%

75+

2.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

South Lakes CDP Rankings in Alaska

#19 Population of 330

#56 Median Income of 330

#109 Education of 330

#21 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to South Lakes CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Palmer city	6,141	$70,550	$275,900	23.8%	11.0%
Bethel city	6,313	$109,718	$354,400	20.1%	12.8%
Homer city	5,750	$73,723	$363,700	40.6%	11.8%
Fishhook CDP	5,461	$101,518	$361,900	28.3%	8.1%
Steele Creek CDP	5,861	$117,260	$331,200	46.3%	0.6%

Population Overview

South Lakes CDP is a small city located in Alaska. The total population is 6,132. It ranks as the 19th most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in South Lakes CDP is 33.0 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in South Lakes CDP is $89,632. This is about average than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% higher. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $367,700. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 65.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in South Lakes CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.9%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% lower 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 95.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for South Lakes CDP, 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 South Lakes CDP, Alaska?

South Lakes CDP, Alaska has a population of 6,132 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in South Lakes CDP, AK?

The median household income in South Lakes CDP is $89,632, which is 14% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in South Lakes CDP, AK?

The poverty rate in South Lakes CDP is 10.6%. This means approximately 647 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of South Lakes CDP, Alaska?

South Lakes CDP's population is 79.7% White, 1.7% Black, 6.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in South Lakes CDP, AK?

The median home value in South Lakes CDP is $367,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is South Lakes CDP, Alaska?

23.3% of adults (25+) in South Lakes CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.