Alaska

#48 in USWest

The Last Frontier Ā· Alaska (AK) has a population of 733,406 people, making it the #48 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Juneau and the largest city is Anchorage.

Population

733,406

#48 of 51

Area

665,384 mi²

1,723,338 km²

Density

0/km²

1/mi²

Capital

Juneau

Median Income

$87K

Above national avg

Unemployment

4.8%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

36.5

US Share

0.22%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

733,391

2023 Estimate

733,406

Change

+15 (+0.0%)

Race & Ethnicity

White59.6%
Hispanic/Latino7.5%
Black2.9%
Asian5.9%
Two or More Races14.1%
American Indian/Alaska Native13.5%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander1.5%
Other2.6%

Age Distribution

Under 1823.8%
18 to 6462.2%
65 and over14.0%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$86,631
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Unemployment Rate
4.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
32.2%

Largest Cities in Alaska

AnchorageFairbanksJuneauWasillaSitka

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Alaska?

Alaska has a population of 733,406 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #48 among all US states by population, representing 0.22% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Alaska?

The capital of Alaska is Juneau. The largest cities include Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau.

What is the median household income in Alaska?

The median household income in Alaska is $86,631, above the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Alaska growing?

Alaska has grown 0.0% since the 2020 Census, from 733,391 to 733,406.

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