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Tazlina, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tazlina, Alaska had a total population of 365, the 149th largest community in Alaska, with a median household income of $100,208, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Tazlina Quick Facts

Population 365
Median Household Income $100,208
Median Home Value $313,000
Poverty Rate 10.7%
Unemployment Rate 4.6%
Median Age 43.5 years
Homeownership Rate 69.9%
Affordability Ratio 3.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.3%
High School Graduation Rate 92.3%
Diversity Index 67/100
Population 365 149th of 326
Median Income $100,208 top 20%
Poverty Rate 10.7% 14% lower than national
Median Home Value $313,000 top 30%

How Tazlina Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population377365-3.2%
Median household income$120,625$100,208-16.9%
Median home value$275,000$313,000+13.8%

How Tazlina Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.5%
$25K-$50K 14.7%
$50K-$100K 21.5%
$100K+ 50.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.8%
$10K-$15K
1.8%
$15K-$20K
2.5%
$20K-$25K
7.4%
$25K-$30K
2.5%
$30K-$35K
10.4%
$35K-$40K
1.8%
$40K-$45K
0.0%
$45K-$50K
0.0%
$50K-$60K
9.2%
$60K-$75K
0.6%
$75K-$100K
11.7%
$100K-$125K
12.9%
$125K-$150K
4.3%
$150K-$200K
16.6%
$200K+
16.6%

Employment

4.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.9%|National: 5.2%
61.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.9%
Renter 30.1%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,338/mo 16.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

67out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 63 | National average: 61

Education

Tazlina Rankings in Alaska

#149 Population of 326
#37 Median Income of 253
#164 Education of 326
#57 Home Value of 238

Other Cities in Copper River Census Area

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Glennallen 450 $89,609 3.3% $226,800
Copper Center 346 $59,750 5.3% $217,900
Kenny Lake 289 $76,161 2.8% $252,800
Gakona 181 $96,250 12.7% $350,000
Nelchina 149 N/A 0.0% N/A
Willow Creek 144 $79,519 0.0% $448,400
Slana 119 N/A 23.5% N/A
Chitina 100 $23,571 43.0% N/A
Mentasta Lake 96 N/A 16.7% $191,700
Tolsona 76 $65,167 0.0% $331,700

Cities Similar to Tazlina

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Point Lay390$104,063$119,10010.2%14.4%
Anaktuvuk Pass329$95,500$145,00015.9%8.8%
Akiak377$78,929N/A11.5%21.8%
Tanana334$83,036$67,10019.3%11.7%
St. Paul378$158,438$95,00015.5%25.1%

A note before these figures: with a population of 365, Tazlina'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

Tazlina is a small community located in Alaska, within Copper River Census Area. The total population is 365. It ranks as the 149th most populous out of 326 Census-designated places in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Tazlina is 43.5 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 35.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Tazlina is $100,208. This is 8% higher than the state median of $92,788. It is also 24% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $313,000. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 69.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Tazlina is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.5%. The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

15.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 92.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Tazlina, 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 Tazlina, Alaska?

Tazlina, Alaska has a population of 365 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Tazlina, AK?

The median household income in Tazlina is $100,208, which is 24% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Tazlina, AK?

The poverty rate in Tazlina is 10.7%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Tazlina, Alaska?

Tazlina's population is 40.8% White, 0.0% Black, 8.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Tazlina, AK?

The median home value in Tazlina is $313,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Tazlina, Alaska?

15.3% of adults (25+) in Tazlina hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.