Tatitlek, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tatitlek, Alaska had a total population of 20, the 301st largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $49,063, which is 47% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 47% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Tatitlek Quick Facts
How Tatitlek 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 | 23 | 20 | -13.0% |
| Median household income | $61,875 | $49,063 | -20.7% |
How Tatitlek 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+)
Tatitlek Rankings in Alaska
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Other Cities in Chugach Census Area
Cities Similar to Tatitlek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry | 22 | N/A | $245,800 | 0.0% | 13.6% |
| Whitestone | 18 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Sunrise | 23 | N/A | N/A | 60.9% | 0.0% |
| Beaver | 17 | N/A | $33,500 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Paxson | 17 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 20, Tatitlek'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
Tatitlek is a small community located in Alaska, within Chugach Census Area. The total population is 20. It ranks as the 301st most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tatitlek is 40.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 35.8 years. With 30.0% of the population under 18, Tatitlek has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tatitlek is $49,063. This is 47% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Tatitlek, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tatitlek, 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 Tatitlek, Alaska?
Tatitlek, Alaska has a population of 20 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tatitlek, AK?
The median household income in Tatitlek is $49,063, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tatitlek, AK?
The poverty rate in Tatitlek is 15.0%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tatitlek, Alaska?
Tatitlek's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tatitlek, AK?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Tatitlek — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Tatitlek, Alaska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Tatitlek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.