Sterling CDP, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sterling CDP, Alaska Demographics
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As of 2026, Sterling CDP, Alaska has a total population of 6,776, the 15th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $110,341, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.9%.

Sterling CDP Quick Facts

Population 6,776

Median Household Income $110,341

Median Home Value $346,100

Poverty Rate 5.9%

Unemployment Rate 7.0%

Median Age 45.1 years

Homeownership Rate 86.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.3%

High School Graduation Rate 96.5%

Diversity Index 16/100

Population 6,776 15th of 330

Median Income $110,341 top 10%

Poverty Rate 5.9% 53% lower national

Median Home Value $346,100 top 10%

How Sterling CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Sterling CDP

$110,341

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sterling CDP

$346,100

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.4%

$25K-$50K 9.9%

$50K-$100K 26.5%

$100K+ 53.2%

Employment

7.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

55.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.0%

Renter 14.0%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.7%

18-34

17.0%

35-54

22.6%

55-74

30.3%

75+

8.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Sterling CDP Rankings in Alaska

#15 Population of 330

#15 Median Income of 330

#62 Education of 330

#25 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Sterling CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bethel city	6,313	$109,718	$354,400	20.1%	12.8%
Gateway CDP	6,716	$137,150	$436,200	38.2%	4.3%
Steele Creek CDP	5,861	$117,260	$331,200	46.3%	0.6%
South Lakes CDP	6,132	$89,632	$367,700	23.3%	10.6%
Chena Ridge CDP	5,927	$140,722	$411,600	47.4%	4.0%

Population Overview

Sterling CDP is a small city located in Alaska. The total population is 6,776. It ranks as the 15th most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sterling CDP is 45.1 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sterling CDP is $110,341. This is 24% higher than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 40% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 21% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $346,100. Housing costs are 4% higher than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 86.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sterling CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (91.5% vs 58.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

31.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average 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 96.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sterling 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 Sterling CDP, Alaska?

Sterling CDP, Alaska has a population of 6,776 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sterling CDP, AK?

The median household income in Sterling CDP is $110,341, which is 40% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sterling CDP, AK?

The poverty rate in Sterling CDP is 5.9%. This means approximately 398 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sterling CDP, Alaska?

Sterling CDP's population is 91.5% White, 0.0% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sterling CDP, AK?

The median home value in Sterling CDP is $346,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Sterling CDP, Alaska?

31.3% of adults (25+) in Sterling CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.