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The Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, AK, exhibits a slight population decline over the past 13 years (-0.06% CAGR), contrasting with a modest growth of 0.6% in the last year. With a median age of 36.9 and a notably high sex ratio of 131.5, the area has a significant young population, as indicated by 26.8% under 18 and 45.4% young-age dependency. Comparatively, it has a higher age dependency ratio (69.5) than many other Alaskan counties, suggesting a greater proportion of dependents relative to the working-age population. This demographic profile highlights unique challenges and opportunities for the region.