Wrangell City and Borough, Alaska Demographics 2026
Wrangell City and Borough, Alaska has a population of 2,088, the 24th most populous county in Alaska. The median household income is $63,750 and the median home value is $296,400. The poverty rate is 12.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Wrangell City and Borough Quick Facts
How Wrangell City and Borough 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 | 2,106 | 2,088 | -0.9% |
| Median household income | $64,545 | $63,750 | -1.2% |
| Median home value | $289,700 | $296,400 | +2.3% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Wrangell City and Borough
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangell | 2,088 | $63,750 | 12.1% | $296,400 |
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Population Overview
Wrangell City and Borough is located in Alaska with a total population of 2,088. It is the 24th most populous county out of 30 in Alaska. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wrangell City and Borough is 48.1 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 35.8 years. 11.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wrangell City and Borough is $63,750. This is 31% lower than the state median of $92,788. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 5.9%. The median home value is $296,400. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $352,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 59.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 66.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wrangell City and Borough is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.4% of the population. Asian residents account for 4.2%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
21.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 93.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Wrangell City and Borough come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Alaska and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Wrangell City and Borough, Alaska?
Wrangell City and Borough has a population of 2,088, making it the 24th most populous county in Alaska.
What is the median income in Wrangell City and Borough?
The median household income in Wrangell City and Borough is $63,750 with a poverty rate of 12.1%.
How many cities are in Wrangell City and Borough, Alaska?
Wrangell City and Borough contains 1 Census-designated place.