Population & Household section gives reader an outlook. of general population profile, structure, and outlook.
Population Trend
The Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area in Alaska is experiencing a notable decline in population, with a 1.4% decrease over the past year and a 0.42% decline over the last 13 years. Its median age is 35.8, slightly above the state average of 35.3, and it has a high age dependency ratio of 76.7, indicating a significant proportion of dependents relative to the working-age population. Comparatively, the Yukon-Koyukuk area has a higher percentage of residents under 18 (27.2%) than many other counties, such as Anchorage (23.9%), but also a substantial elderly population (16.2%), reflecting demographic challenges similar to those faced by other rural areas in Alaska.
Total Population
5355
Sex Ratio
113.0 %
Population Growth (2021-2022)
-1.4 %
Population CAGR (2010-2022)
-0.42 %
Population Growth Rate (%)
Source: Census.gov
Age Structure
Dependency Rate
76.7 %
Median Age
35.8 y.o.
% of Population > 65 y.o.
16.2 %
Active Aging Index
69.5 %
Old Dependency Rate
28.6 %
Young Dependency Rate
48.1 %
Age Structure (%)
Source: Census.gov
Population Structure
Source: Census.gov
Household Status
The Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area in Alaska has a total of 2,078 households, with a notable proportion of married couples (26%) and cohabiting couples (13.8%). The area has a relatively low average household size of 2.36 and an average family size of 3.16, which is slightly below the state averages of 2.67 and 3.28, respectively. Interestingly, Yukon-Koyukuk has experienced a significant household growth rate of 9.43% over the past year, contrasting with its negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -0.19%. This growth rate is among the highest in the state, suggesting a potential influx of residents or improved living conditions. Compared to other counties, Yukon-Koyukuk's household composition reflects a unique demographic profile, particularly with a higher percentage of households with children (30.9%) and elders (29.9%).
Total Households
2078
Married-couple Household
541
Household CAGR (2010-2022)
-0.19 %
Household Growth (2021-2022)
9.43 %
Average Household Size
2.36 p
Average Family Size
3.16 p
Household with Children (%)
30.9 %
Household with Elder 65+ (%)
29.9 %
Household Size
Source: Census.gov
Household Structure
Source: Census.gov
Marriage
Never Married
47.7 %
Now Married
35.4 %
Widowed
7 %
Divorced
9.8 %
Marriage Status
Source: Census.gov
Marriage Status Breakdown
Source: Census.gov | S1201
Cultures
*Culture section contains several components: races, education, marriage and other factors.
Racial Profiiles
The Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area in Alaska exhibits a notably high percentage of racial diversity, with 76.9% of its population identifying as non-white, significantly surpassing both the state average of 38.7% and the national average of 34.1%. The single race percentage stands at 92.6%, indicating a predominantly homogeneous population, yet the low Hispanic representation of 2.7% reflects a unique demographic profile compared to the national figure of 18.7%. This region's racial composition highlights its distinct cultural landscape, influenced by Indigenous communities and a sparse population density typical of rural Alaska.
One Race
92.6 %
Two or More Races
7.4 %
Non-White
76.9 %
Hispanic (Overlapping)
2.7 %
White
1239
Black
10
Asian
72
Native American
3610
Race Structure (%)
Source: Census.gov
Racial Profile Breakdown
Source: Census.gov
Place of Birth
The Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area in Alaska exhibits a high percentage of U.S.-born residents at 97.9%, surpassing the state average of 92.1% and the national average of 86.3%. Notably, 74.8% of its population was born in Alaska, indicating a strong local residency. The area has a minimal foreign-born population at just 2.1%, significantly lower than the state (7.9%) and national (13.7%) figures. This suggests a relatively stable and homogenous demographic, with limited immigration influence compared to other regions in Alaska, such as Anchorage, which has a more diverse population.
Native US Citizen
1239
Native US Citizen (%)
76.9 %
Born in Alaska (%)
74.8 %
Born in Other State (%)
22.6 %
Foreign Born (%)
2.1 %
Naturalized (% of Foreign Born)
25.2 %
Place of Birth Changes (2010-2022)
Source: Census.gov
Birthplace Breakdown (Outside of US)
Source: Census.gov
Migration
-
Migration Inflow (% of Population)
13.3 %
From Different County (% of Inflow)
60.3 %
From Different State (% of Inflow)
39.7 %
From Different Country (% of Inflow)
0 %
%
Source: Census.gov
Religion
Number of Congregations
36
Number of Adherents
3717
Adherents (% of Total Population)
69.4 %
Christian (% of Total Population)
65.5 %
Religion Breakdown
Source: Census.gov
Education Attainment
The Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area in Alaska shows a notable increase in educational attainment, with 14.1% of the population aged 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree, up from 9.3% a decade ago. However, this figure remains significantly lower than the state average of 30.7% and the national average of 34.3%. The median earnings for residents in this area are also low at $29,738, compared to Alaska's median of $54,606 and the national median of $48,747. Additionally, only 39.3% of degree holders are enrolled in STEM fields, indicating potential areas for growth in education and economic development.