Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is located in Alaska with a total population of 5,271. It is the 17th most populous county out of 30 in Alaska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is 37.3 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is $52,642. This is 41% lower than the state median of $89,336. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 33% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.8%. This is 104% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $87,800. Housing costs are 74% lower than the state median of $333,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (21.8%) is well below the state average of 58.3%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 3.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 7.1%. The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 6.3%.

Education

12.8% 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. This is 59% 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 86.6%.