Willow CDP, Alaska Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Willow CDP, Alaska Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Willow CDP, Alaska has a total population of 1,769, the 53rd largest city in Alaska, with a median household income of $74,669, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.

Willow CDP Quick Facts

Population 1,769

Median Household Income $74,669

Median Home Value $285,100

Poverty Rate 14.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.9%

Median Age 46.7 years

Homeownership Rate 90.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.8%

High School Graduation Rate 94.0%

Diversity Index 22/100

Population 1,769 53rd of 330

Median Income $74,669 above average

Poverty Rate 14.8% 19% higher national

Median Home Value $285,100 top 30%

How Willow CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Willow CDP

$74,669

$89,336

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Willow CDP

$285,100

$333,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.0%

$25K-$50K 16.7%

$50K-$100K 28.2%

$100K+ 36.1%

Employment

5.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

46.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 90.9%

Renter 9.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.6%

18-34

9.9%

35-54

28.8%

55-74

31.0%

75+

7.7%

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+)

Willow CDP Rankings in Alaska

#53 Population of 330

#92 Median Income of 330

#91 Education of 330

#63 Home Value of 330

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Cities Similar to Willow CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Haines CDP	1,781	$72,250	$321,000	37.7%	5.6%
Point MacKenzie CDP	1,728	N/A	$206,300	3.7%	8.2%
Prudhoe Bay CDP	1,971	N/A	N/A	19.5%	0.7%
Houston city	1,693	$60,865	$235,900	14.1%	18.6%
Cohoe CDP	1,619	$59,000	$228,600	21.9%	18.0%

Population Overview

Willow CDP is a small community located in Alaska. The total population is 1,769. It ranks as the 53rd most populous out of 330 cities and towns in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Willow CDP is 46.7 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Willow CDP is $74,669. This is 16% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 45% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $285,100. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $333,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 90.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Willow CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

25.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 94.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Willow 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 Willow CDP, Alaska?

Willow CDP, Alaska has a population of 1,769 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Willow CDP is $74,669, which is 5% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Willow CDP, AK?

The poverty rate in Willow CDP is 14.8%. This means approximately 261 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Willow CDP, Alaska?

Willow CDP's population is 87.0% White, 0.0% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

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

The median home value in Willow CDP is $285,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Willow CDP, Alaska?

25.8% of adults (25+) in Willow CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.