Anchorage, AK
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.26.21)
AGE IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 23,134 | 7.9% |
| 25 to 29 years | 26,773 | 9.1% |
| 30 to 34 years | 24,472 | 8.3% |
| 35 to 39 years | 20,739 | 7.1% |
| 40 to 44 years | 17,271 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 17,779 | 6.1% |
| 50 to 54 years | 18,371 | 6.3% |
| 55 to 59 years | 19,254 | 6.6% |
| 60 to 64 years | 16,338 | 5.6% |
| 65 to 69 years | 11,872 | 4.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 8,696 | 3.0% |
| 75 to 79 years | 4,399 | 1.5% |
| 80 to 84 years | 3,228 | 1.1% |
| 85+ years | 2,678 | 0.9% |
The median age in Anchorage is 33.6 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 186,522 | 63.0% |
| Black or African American | 16,439 | 5.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 21,876 | 7.4% |
| Asian | 28,445 | 9.6% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 6,890 | 2.3% |
| Other | 6,813 | 2.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 4,710 | 2.5% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 7,157 | 3.7% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 45,753 | 23.8% |
| Some college, no degree | 49,990 | 26.0% |
| Associate’s degree | 16,665 | 8.7% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 42,077 | 21.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 25,642 | 13.4% |
| High school graduate or higher | 180,127 | 93.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 67,719 | 35.3% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 124,275 | 64.7% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 3.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 10.4% |
| $200,000 or more | 10.2% |
Median household income: $83,280
Mean household income: $106,840
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $27,632 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $37,509 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $43,388 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $62,194 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $79,785 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 233,032 | NA |
| Never married | 78,880 | 33.8% |
| Now married (except separated) | 114,147 | 49.0% |
| Separated | 3,207 | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 7,657 | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 29,141 | 12.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 26,498 | 9.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 64,827 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 41,697 |
| Single-family detached units | 55,903 |
| Homeownership rate | 60.9% |
| Vacancy rate | 8.6% |
| Have Broadband Internet Subscription | 88.7% |
| Average housing value | $324,339 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $1,586 |
| Average rent | $1,285 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Average income | $106,840 |
| Average household size | 2.71 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 72.7% |
| Percent disabled | 11.1% |
| Percent with health coverage | 87.8% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 18.7 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.6% |
| Percent veterans | 13.1% |
| Percent foreign born | 10.7% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 1.4% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $90,650.21 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $722.44 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $425.79 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $125.78 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $64.52 |
| Apparel & services | $2,662.66 |
| Men’s apparel | $509.15 |
| Women’s apparel | $887.36 |
| Children’s apparel | $410.63 |
| Boys’ apparel | $139.42 |
| Girls’ apparel | $153.73 |
| Footwear | $600.66 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $4,571.53 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $461.67 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,420.21 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $2,128.48 |
| Education | $1,937.36 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $3,900.98 |
| Club membership fees | $292.69 |
| Dating services | $0.98 |
| Pet food | $300.68 |
| Pet services | $81.06 |
| Food consumed at home | $6,275.70 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $822.69 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $642.52 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $1,240.53 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,385.21 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $606.62 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $2,184.75 |
| Health care | $6,905.50 |
| Medical services | $1,298.90 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $170.23 |
| Household Services | $2,497.06 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $79.99 |
| Lawn and garden services | $520.66 |
| Housekeeping services | $217.48 |
| PC repair | $8.23 |
| Housing | $28,574.29 |
| Home improvements | $3,068.94 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $5,756.57 |
| Phone services | $2,125.96 |
| Water | $861.27 |
| Life and other insurance | $518.30 |
| Pensions and social security | $9,979.36 |
| Personal care products and services | $1,102.52 |
| Hair care products | $132.26 |
| Personal care products | $479.91 |
| Local transportation | $10,295.21 |
| Gasoline | $2,689.73 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,414.66 |
| Travel | $2,712.07 |
| Airline fares | $675.61 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $32.69 |
| Lodging on trips | $734.07 |
| Food and drink on trips | $655.44 |
| Entertainment on trips | $229.57 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| % with any debt in collections | 31% |
| Average debt in collections | $2,035 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 17% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $1,404 |
| % with student loan debt | 16% |
| Average student loan debt | $16,189 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $201 |
| % with auto debt | 30% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 7,887 | 5.3% |
| February 2019 | 8,047 | 5.5% |
| March 2019 | 7,918 | 5.4% |
| April 2019 | 7,351 | 5.0% |
| May 2019 | 7,522 | 5.1% |
| June 2019 | 7,812 | 5.3% |
| July 2019 | 7,131 | 4.9% |
| August 2019 | 6,845 | 4.7% |
| September 2019 | 7,127 | 4.9% |
| October 2019 | 7,068 | 4.8% |
| November 2019 | 7,279 | 4.9% |
| December 2019 | 7,083 | 4.8% |
| January 2020 | 7,426 | 5.1% |
| February 2020 | 6,463 | 4.5% |
| March 2020 | 6,845 | 4.7% |
| April 2020 | 19,995 | 13.9% |
| May 2020 | 17,614 | 12.3% |
| June 2020 | 17,807 | 12.0% |
| July 2020 | 15,729 | 10.8% |
| August 2020 | 9,185 | 6.5% |
| September 2020 | 9,194 | 6.4% |
| October 2020 | 8,069 | 5.3% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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