Talkeetna, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Talkeetna, Alaska had a total population of 944, the 78th largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $69,167, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.
Talkeetna Quick Facts
How Talkeetna 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 | 997 | 944 | -5.3% |
| Median household income | $72,250 | $69,167 | -4.3% |
| Median home value | $243,100 | $280,300 | +15.3% |
How Talkeetna 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+)
Talkeetna Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Matanuska-Susitna Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knik-Fairview | 19,972 | $96,437 | 9.2% | $340,200 |
| North Lakes | 10,223 | $101,679 | 7.3% | $357,600 |
| Wasilla | 9,720 | $67,234 | 17.5% | $358,400 |
| Tanaina | 9,646 | $105,536 | 8.6% | $328,500 |
| Meadow Lakes | 8,689 | $81,699 | 14.1% | $323,100 |
| Gateway | 6,845 | $137,772 | 4.5% | $446,200 |
| Palmer | 6,268 | $72,201 | 13.0% | $294,900 |
| South Lakes | 6,180 | $98,141 | 7.6% | $377,500 |
| Fishhook | 5,819 | $111,375 | 9.2% | $416,300 |
| Butte | 4,085 | $101,042 | 6.7% | $374,600 |
Cities Similar to Talkeetna
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Village | 949 | $65,078 | $50,400 | 0.5% | 39.6% |
| Emmonak | 966 | $57,764 | $112,200 | 17.5% | 17.9% |
| Togiak | 963 | $57,083 | $95,000 | 6.2% | 33.6% |
| Kotlik | 976 | $58,043 | $75,600 | 3.0% | 33.3% |
| Ninilchik | 965 | $55,179 | $254,400 | 29.8% | 18.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 944, Talkeetna'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
Talkeetna is a small community located in Alaska, within Matanuska-Susitna Borough. The total population is 944. It ranks as the 78th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Talkeetna is 42.3 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Talkeetna is $69,167. This is 25% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 58% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $280,300. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 73.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Talkeetna was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.5% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
34.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% higher 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 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Talkeetna, 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 Talkeetna, Alaska?
Talkeetna, Alaska has a population of 944 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Talkeetna, AK?
The median household income in Talkeetna is $69,167, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Talkeetna, AK?
The poverty rate in Talkeetna is 16.0%. This means approximately 151 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Talkeetna, Alaska?
Talkeetna's population is 99.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Talkeetna, AK?
The median home value in Talkeetna is $280,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Talkeetna, Alaska?
34.1% of adults (25+) in Talkeetna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.