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Haines Borough, AK, exhibits a unique demographic profile compared to other counties in Alaska. With a median age of 46.2, it is older than the state median of 35.3 and has a high old-age dependency ratio of 44.8, indicating a significant proportion of older residents. The population growth rate has declined by 0.9% over the past year, contrasting with the state’s slight overall decline of 0.2%. Notably, 30.2% of the population is under 18, which is higher than many counties, suggesting a relatively youthful demographic despite the aging trend.