Wasilla city, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Wasilla city, Alaska Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Wasilla city, Alaska has a total population of 9,435, the 9th largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $70,756, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 8.5% is notably above the national average.

Wasilla city Quick Facts

Population 9,435

Median Household Income $70,756

Median Home Value $325,000

Poverty Rate 15.0%

Unemployment Rate 8.5%

Median Age 35.3 years

Homeownership Rate 52.1%

Affordability Ratio 4.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.5%

High School Graduation Rate 95.3%

Diversity Index 39/100

Population 9,435 9th of 330

Median Income $70,756 average

Poverty Rate 15.0% 21% higher national

Median Home Value $325,000 top 20%

How Wasilla city Compares

Median Household Income

Wasilla city

$70,756

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Wasilla city

$325,000

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.4%

$25K-$50K 15.1%

$50K-$100K 27.4%

$100K+ 34.2%

Employment

8.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

56.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.1%

Renter 47.9%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.9%

18-34

25.6%

35-54

22.3%

55-74

21.2%

75+

7.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Wasilla city Rankings in Alaska

#9 Population of 330

#107 Median Income of 330

#138 Education of 330

#37 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Wasilla city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Meadow Lakes CDP	8,994	$81,250	$305,100	17.6%	12.6%
Tanaina CDP	9,738	$95,587	$298,500	25.5%	10.6%
Ketchikan city	8,151	$76,835	$340,300	24.0%	12.6%
Kenai city	7,562	$74,907	$249,400	24.1%	12.3%
College CDP	11,730	$76,831	$279,100	44.7%	6.1%

Population Overview

Wasilla city is a small city located in Alaska. The total population is 9,435. It ranks as the 9th most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wasilla city is 35.3 years. This is about average than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wasilla city is $70,756. This is 21% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 8.5%. This is 47% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $325,000. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 52.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Wasilla city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.0%. The Asian population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

18.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% lower 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 95.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Wasilla city, 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 Wasilla city, Alaska?

Wasilla city, Alaska has a population of 9,435 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Wasilla city, AK?

The median household income in Wasilla city is $70,756, which is 10% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Wasilla city, AK?

The poverty rate in Wasilla city is 15.0%. This means approximately 1,404 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Wasilla city, Alaska?

Wasilla city's population is 74.9% White, 0.9% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Wasilla city, AK?

The median home value in Wasilla city is $325,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

How educated is Wasilla city, Alaska?

18.5% of adults (25+) in Wasilla city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.