St. George, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. George, Alaska had a total population of 70, the 251st largest city in Alaska. The poverty rate is 70.0%.
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 (70.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
St. George Quick Facts
How St. George 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 | 59 | 70 | +18.6% |
| Median home value | $85,000 | $95,000 | +11.8% |
How St. George 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
St. George Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Aleutians West Census Area
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unalaska | 4,556 | $131,964 | 9.6% | $462,400 |
| St. Paul | 378 | $158,438 | 25.1% | $95,000 |
| Eareckson Station | 129 | N/A | 4.7% | N/A |
| Adak | 73 | $250,000+ | 0.0% | $139,100 |
| Atka | 15 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Attu Station | 13 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Nikolski | 1 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to St. George
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iliamna | 70 | $74,500 | $330,000 | 37.5% | 30.0% |
| Silver Springs | 71 | $117,500 | $267,300 | 37.3% | 4.2% |
| Kaltag | 68 | $68,125 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Adak | 73 | $250,000+ | $139,100 | 18.3% | 0.0% |
| Port Heiden | 73 | $61,250 | $130,000 | 0.0% | 24.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 70, St. George'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
St. George is a small community located in Alaska, within Aleutians West Census Area. The total population is 70. It ranks as the 251st most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in St. George is 27.6 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 35.8 years. With 35.7% of the population under 18, St. George has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 70.0%. This is 590% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in St. George, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $95,000. Housing costs are 73% lower than the state median of $352,900. 71.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
St. George is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population.
Education
30.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 73.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for St. George, 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 St. George, Alaska?
St. George, Alaska has a population of 70 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in St. George, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for St. George — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in St. George, AK?
The poverty rate in St. George is 70.0%. This means approximately 49 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of St. George, Alaska?
St. George's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in St. George, AK?
The median home value in St. George is $95,000.
How educated is St. George, Alaska?
30.9% of adults (25+) in St. George hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.