Anchorage, AK — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Anchorage Municipality County · Alaska
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Anchorage based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
289,069
2023 ACS
Median Income
$98,152
2023
Median Home Value
$375,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,453
2023
Median Age
34.9
Unemployment
4.6%
Cost of Living Index
151.7
100 = national avg
Anchorage is a city in Anchorage Municipality County, Alaska, with a population of 289,069 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Anchorage is one of the communities in Alaska.
The median household income in Anchorage is $98,152, and the median home value is $375,900. The cost of living index is 151.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,453 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, and the median age is 34.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
289,069
Male
147,620
51.1%
Female
141,449
48.9%
Median Age
34.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
25.1%
High School or Higher
41.4%
Foreign Born
10.9%
Veterans
8.3%
Married
39.8%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.614
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
58.3%
Foreign Born
10.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
9.3%
26,941 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
90.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
270,293
English Only
82.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
13,168 speakers
Limited English
5.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
94.2%
Limited English Proficiency
5.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
23,940
8.3% of population
Disability Rate
40.6%
9,719 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$71,269
Unemployment Rate
3.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
20,228
84.5%
Female Veterans
3,712
15.5%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$71,269
Non-Veteran Income
$46,394
Difference
$24,875
53.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
9,719
Without Disability
14,221
Disability Rate
40.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
176,193
#1 Ancestry
German
13.5% (39,018)
#2 Ancestry
English
9.9% (28,474)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
9.0% (26,138)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
107,868
Family Households
67,750
62.8%
Married Couples
50,492
46.8%
Non-Family Households
40,118
37.2%
Single Mother Households
11,334
10.5%
Single Father Households
5,924
5.5%
Living Alone
30,785
28.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
61,695
In Married Couple
43,323
70.2%
With Single Mother
12,360
20.0%
With Single Father
6,012
9.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$119,109
Married Couple Income
$139,788
Single Mother Income
$64,183
Single Father Income
$82,737
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
5,841
Grandparents Responsible
1,597
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$98,152
+34% vs national
Per Capita Income
$49,338
+33% vs national
Poverty Rate
9.3%
-32% vs national
Gini Index
0.4327
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.6%
-12% vs national
SNAP Recipients
8.8%
of households
How Anchorage Compares
Anchorage vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Anchorage is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Anchorage, AK has a median household income of $98,152, making it the 5,128th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Anchorage has a higher median household income than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Anchorage, AK has a per capita income of $49,338, making it the 4,680th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Anchorage has a higher per capita income than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Anchorage, AK has a poverty rate of 9.3%, making it the 17,670th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Anchorage has a higher poverty rate than 43% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Anchorage, AK has a unemployment rate of 4.6%, making it the 12,759th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Anchorage has a higher unemployment rate than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Anchorage. The median household income here is $98,152.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
-62% vs AK avg
Labor Force
158,566
Employed
141,941
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
25.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.9
Work from Home
9.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Anchorage, AK metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$121.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
151.7
100 = national avg
+51.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,750
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$157,772
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,243
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,631
per month
The median household income in Anchorage, AK is $98,152, which is 34.0% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $49,338. The poverty rate of 9.3% is lower than the AK state average of 17.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4327, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, compared to the state average of 12.1%. The labor force is 158,566. 25.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 71.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 151.7, which is 51.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 179.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,750 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median List Price
$435,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$249
Days on Market
38
Active Inventory
243
Months of Supply
1.3
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$399,267
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,648
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
24.6%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
44.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
183
New Listings
182
Pending Sales
211
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$249
Median List $/SF
$257
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Anchorage, AK? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Anchorage, AK metro area, home prices have risen 235.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 82.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 53.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 41.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Anchorage, AK housing market rather than Anchorage alone.
Metro area: Anchorage, AK
Anchorage vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Anchorage is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Anchorage, AK has a median home value of $375,900, making it the 4,977th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Anchorage has a higher median home value than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Anchorage, AK has a median rent of $1,453, making it the 4,394th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Anchorage has a higher median rent than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Anchorage, AK has a price per square foot of $249, making it the 5,296th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Anchorage has a higher price per square foot than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Anchorage, AK has a rent burden of 17.8%, making it the 12,248th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Anchorage has a higher rent burden than 44% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$375,900
Median Rent
$1,453
Total Housing Units
119,717
Vacancy Rate
9.9%
Owner Occupied
63.7%
Renter Occupied
36.3%
Median Property Tax
$4,865
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,933
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,865
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
of home value
Median Home Value
$375,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,869
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,865) by the median home value ($375,900). In Anchorage, AK, this works out to an effective rate of 1.29%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Anchorage, AK is $425,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 38 days on the market. 24.6% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $249. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,648/month. About 63.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1982. There are 119,717 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,865. The effective tax rate is 1.29%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
10.15
per 1,000 residents
+291% vs national
Property Crime Rate
27.66
per 1,000 residents
+61% vs national
Total Crimes
10,851
2024
Violent Clearance
47%
cases solved
Property Clearance
17%
cases solved
YoY Change
-4.3%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Anchorage Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Anchorage vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 250,000 - 500,000 residents. Anchorage is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Anchorage police solve 63% of murder cases but only 11% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 27 | 0.09 | 63.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 462 | 1.61 | 10.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 479 | 1.67 | 37.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,944 | 6.77 | 58.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 910 | 3.17 | 30.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 5,813 | 20.26 | 15.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 1,214 | 4.23 | 15.5% |
Anchorage, AK reported 2,914 violent crimes and 7,937 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 10.15 per 1,000 residents is 290.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 47% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 5,813 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 26.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,914 | 7,937 | 10.15 | 27.66 |
| 2023 | 3,026 | 8,242 | 10.62 | 28.92 |
| 2022 | 3,291 | 7,900 | 11.51 | 27.64 |
| 2020 | 3,472 | 9,872 | 12.12 | 34.47 |
| 2019 | 3,584 | 12,261 | 12.46 | 42.61 |
| 2018 | 3,826 | 14,389 | 13.10 | 49.28 |
| 2017 | 3,783 | 16,041 | 12.77 | 54.16 |
| 2016 | 3,427 | 14,649 | 11.46 | 48.98 |
| 2015 | 3,226 | 11,801 | 10.71 | 39.17 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2018 | Denali Montessori Elementary School | 0 | 1 | targeted | Sig Sauer .40 caliber handgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.4
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
11.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
34.8
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
7
Individual Assistance
$20.2M
Most Common Type
Biological
2 declarations
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | — | $1.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Earthquake → | Earthquake | Jan 2019 | — | $19.0M |
| Earthquake → | Earthquake | Nov 2018 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm, Including High Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2003 | — | $122K |
| Severe Winter Storms and Avalanches → | Severe Storm | Feb 2000 | — | — |
| Flooding → | Flood | Oct 1995 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Remnants of… → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
79
Total Claims Paid
$267,896
Avg Claim Payout
$3,391
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
28
Federal Funding
$4,625,257
Properties Protected
200
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
65.35
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 9 | $1,252,263 |
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 4 | $543,122 |
| 400.1: Utility Protective Measures (Electric, Gas, etc.) | 4 | $1,021,500 |
| 904.1: Advanced Assistance | 3 | $0 |
| 301.1: Shoreline Stabilization (Riprap, etc.); 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 2 | $1,000,506 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Anchorage has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, landslide, winter weather. The area has had 7 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is biological (2 declarations). 79 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. $20,169,873 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 28 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.2%
0.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.7%
1.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.0%
2.9pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.7%
0.9pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
31.5%
Arthritis
22.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.7%
Loneliness
34.1%
Lack of Support
25.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.7%
Mobility
11.2%
Cognitive
13.6%
Hearing
6.8%
Vision
4.4%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Anchorage has an obesity rate of 35.2%, which is 0.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.7%, 1.8pp below the national average. About 9.7% of adults lack health insurance. 70.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.0 mi
Providence Alaska Medical Cent...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Alaska Medical Center | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Alaska Regional Hospital | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Alaska Native Medical Center | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| North Star Hospital | 3.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Alaska Psychiatric Institute | 3.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
87
Pop. Served
249,201
Violations (5yr)
188
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| MOA MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE | 221,351 | 0 |
| GIRDWOOD WATER SYSTEM | 2,942 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES SETTLERS BAY | 2,733 | 0 |
| OW DIMOND ESTATES TRAILER COURT | 1,395 | 0 |
| SOUTHWOOD MANOR TC | 1,005 | 3 |
| PENLAND PARK MHP | 993 | 0 |
| KING COVE | 972 | 8 |
| MANOOGS ISLE MOBILE HOME PARK | 935 | 0 |
| NSBU - POINT HOPE | 881 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES-HOMESTEAD DIV. | 852 | 0 |
| GLENCAREN COURT | 828 | 0 |
| RANGEVIEW TC | 795 | 0 |
| VALLI VUE S/D WATER SYSTEM | 794 | 2 |
| MAYFLOWER TC | 650 | 0 |
| KOTLIK WATER SYSTEM | 617 | 35 |
| GOLDEN NUGGET RV PARK, MALASPINA MHP | 600 | 0 |
| NSBU - WAINWRIGHT | 600 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES MIDTOWN EST | 495 | 0 |
| ROMIG PARK S/D | 493 | 5 |
| NIKISHKA BAY | 470 | 2 |
| NSBU - NUIQSUT | 443 | 0 |
| POTTER CREEK WATER COMPANY | 375 | 0 |
| GLENN MULDOON TC | 354 | 0 |
| NSBU - ANAKTUVUK PASS | 350 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES MOOREHAND DIV. | 350 | 0 |
| NSBU - KAKTOVIK (BARTER IS) | 292 | 0 |
| NSBU - ATQASUK | 284 | 0 |
| BELLA VISTA SUBDIVISION | 266 | 2 |
| GOODNEWS BAY | 250 | 0 |
| KATHY O ESTATES | 242 | 1 |
| NSBU - POINT LAY | 237 | 0 |
| UTOPIA MEADOWS SD | 232 | 0 |
| VALLENAR VIEW MOBILE HOME PARK | 225 | 45 |
| MARANATHA WATER UTILITIES | 220 | 0 |
| AMBER RIDGE/PARK PLACE APARTMENTS | 210 | 0 |
| ALPINE WOODS WATER SYSTEM | 200 | 0 |
| HOLY CROSS WATER SYSTEM | 182 | 1 |
| SNOWSHOE WATER SYSTEM | 180 | 3 |
| SOUTH PARK ESTATE TC | 175 | 0 |
| RIVERS EDGE CONDOMINIUM | 168 | 0 |
| ANCHORAGE SANDS APARTMENTS | 160 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES SHERWOOD ESTAT | 147 | 0 |
| HILLSIDE PARK S/D | 144 | 5 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES-FIELD OF VIEW | 135 | 0 |
| OASIS WATER - MCKINLEY VIEW DIV | 130 | 0 |
| GREENBROOK S/D | 123 | 1 |
| EAGLECREST CONDOS ASSN. | 120 | 0 |
| GLACIER VALLEY WATER COMPANY | 120 | 0 |
| BIRCHWOOD MHP | 120 | 0 |
| TOTEM TRAILER TOWN TC | 116 | 0 |
| WILDERNESS ESTATES | 110 | 0 |
| G A PHILLIPS S/D | 102 | 0 |
| TRAILS END MHP | 100 | 0 |
| TERRACE ON THE LAKE | 96 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES TC | 96 | 0 |
| QUIET VIEW APTS | 96 | 0 |
| SPRING FOREST HOMEOWNERS ASSN. | 94 | 0 |
| NATIVE VILLAGE OF SLEETMUTE | 82 | 30 |
| DEARMOUN II | 80 | 0 |
| TUDOR EAST APARTMENTS | 78 | 0 |
| EAST 98TH AVENUE WELL HOA | 76 | 0 |
| SKY RANCH ESTATES #1 UPPER WELL | 75 | 0 |
| ALASKA H2O INC | 75 | 1 |
| SKY RANCH ESTATES #2 LOWER WELL | 72 | 0 |
| PETERS CREEK TERRACE | 70 | 2 |
| BEAR MOUNTAIN CONDO ASSN. | 65 | 0 |
| COLONIAL PARK S/D | 63 | 0 |
| COUNTRY LANE APARTMENTS | 60 | 0 |
| LAKE O THE HILLS EAST | 56 | 1 |
| NORTH STAR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM | 55 | 0 |
| SUN VALLEY HEIGHTS NORTH | 51 | 0 |
| KINGSBERRY HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. | 50 | 1 |
| HOMESTEAD HILLS | 50 | 0 |
| WILLOW HEIGHTS CONDOS | 50 | 0 |
| CHENEGA | 50 | 36 |
| SWISS AIRE S/D | 48 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW APARTMENTS | 48 | 0 |
| SKY MANOR WELLHOUSE | 36 | 0 |
| COHOE SUBDIVISION | 36 | 1 |
| SUN VALLEY HEIGHTS SOUTH | 34 | 0 |
| MATTHEWS SUBDIVISION | 32 | 0 |
| BOREALIS ALPHA WATER SYSTEM | 30 | 0 |
| AMBER RIDGE BRENTWOOD #1 | 28 | 0 |
| AMBER RIDGE BRENTWOOD #2 | 28 | 0 |
| NEAR POINT KNOLL SUBDIVISION | 28 | 0 |
| SNOWCREST VIEW SOUTH | 25 | 3 |
| FAA BETHEL WELL | 25 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
18
Total CO₂e
2.4M MT
Top Emitter
ConocoPhillips Alaska Inc - KRU-ALP Fields
714.8K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (250,000 - 500,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
ConocoPhillips Alaska Inc - KRU-ALP Fields Conocophillips | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 714,840 |
International Station Power Plant Chugach Electric Assoc Inc | Power Plants | 416,500 |
GEORGE SULLIVAN PLANT TWO Chugach Electric Assoc Inc | Power Plants | 370,372 |
Hilcorp Alaska, LLC 820 Kenai Hilcorp Energy Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 180,356 |
ANCHORAGE REGIONAL LANDFILL Municipality Of Anchorage - Solid Waste Service | Waste | 175,759 |
Eni US Operating Co. Inc. - Nikaitchuq & Oooguruk Development Eni Petroleum Co Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 129,969 |
Steelhead Platform Hilcorp Energy Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 90,006 |
Monopod Platform Hilcorp Energy Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 45,559 |
TDX NORTH SLOPE GEN/NORTH SLOPE GENERATI Tanadgusix Corp | Power Plants | 43,937 |
Grayling Platform Hilcorp Energy Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 41,053 |
Dolly Varden Platform Hilcorp Energy Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 38,361 |
Providence Health & Service Alaska Providence Health System Washington Inc | Other | 37,408 |
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc. Alaska Village Electric Cooperative | Power Plants | 31,213 |
Cook Inlet Energy Onshore Gathering and Boosting Glacier Oil & Gas Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 26,096 |
Granite Point Platform Hilcorp Energy Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 24,329 |
King Salmon Platform Hilcorp Energy Co | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 24,085 |
Merrill Field Landfill Municipality Of Anchorage - Solid Waste Services | Waste | 15,971 |
Chugach Electric Association Chugach Electric Assoc Inc | Other | 9,427 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 87 water systems serving the area. 188 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 18 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 2.4M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
71.0%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
1.4%
+57% vs national
Work From Home
9.6%
+3% vs national
Carpool
12.4%
Walk / Bike
3.2%
combined
How Anchorage's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
15
2023
6-Year Avg
19
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
6
Nighttime
5
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 19 | 21 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| 2021 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 12 | 1 |
| 2020 | 15 | 16 | 7 | 9 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 | 23 | 23 | 6 | 7 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Anchorage, AK covers travel times and transportation modes. 71.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.6% work from home, which is above the AK state average of 5.4%. Public transit is used by 1.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.4% of workers carpool. 2.6% walk to work. 0.6% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 15 traffic fatalities from 15 fatal crashes. 6 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.0%
of households
No Internet
4.0%
of households
Total Households
107,868
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.9%
of households
Smartphone
94.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
85.2%
of households
Tablet
69.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
24.8¢
per kWh
+43% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Commercial Rate
21.6¢
per kWh
+54% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Industrial Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+79% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
+3% vs 250,000 - 500,000 avg
45% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Alaska averages 24.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Anchorage vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (250,000 - 500,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
87
Population Served
249,201
Violations (5yr)
188
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOA MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE | Community | Surface water | 221,351 | 0 |
| GIRDWOOD WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 2,942 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES SETTLERS BAY | Community | Ground water | 2,733 | 0 |
| OW DIMOND ESTATES TRAILER COURT | Community | Ground water | 1,395 | 0 |
| SOUTHWOOD MANOR TC | Community | Ground water | 1,005 | 3 |
| PENLAND PARK MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 993 | 0 |
| KING COVE | Community | Ground water | 972 | 8 |
| MANOOGS ISLE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 935 | 0 |
| NSBU - POINT HOPE | Community | Surface water | 881 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES-HOMESTEAD DIV. | Community | Ground water | 852 | 0 |
| GLENCAREN COURT | Community | Ground water | 828 | 0 |
| RANGEVIEW TC | Community | Ground water | 795 | 0 |
| VALLI VUE S/D WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 794 | 2 |
| MAYFLOWER TC | Community | Ground water | 650 | 0 |
| KOTLIK WATER SYSTEM | Community | Surface water | 617 | 35 |
| GOLDEN NUGGET RV PARK, MALASPINA MHP | Community | Ground water | 600 | 0 |
| NSBU - WAINWRIGHT | Community | Surface water | 600 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES MIDTOWN EST | Community | Ground water | 495 | 0 |
| ROMIG PARK S/D | Community | Purchased surface water | 493 | 5 |
| NIKISHKA BAY | Community | Ground water | 470 | 2 |
| NSBU - NUIQSUT | Community | Surface water | 443 | 0 |
| POTTER CREEK WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 375 | 0 |
| GLENN MULDOON TC | Community | Ground water | 354 | 0 |
| NSBU - ANAKTUVUK PASS | Community | Ground water | 350 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES MOOREHAND DIV. | Community | Purchased surface water | 350 | 0 |
| NSBU - KAKTOVIK (BARTER IS) | Community | Surface water | 292 | 0 |
| NSBU - ATQASUK | Community | Surface water | 284 | 0 |
| BELLA VISTA SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 266 | 2 |
| GOODNEWS BAY | Community | Surface water | 250 | 0 |
| KATHY O ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 242 | 1 |
| NSBU - POINT LAY | Community | Surface water | 237 | 0 |
| UTOPIA MEADOWS SD | Community | Ground water | 232 | 0 |
| VALLENAR VIEW MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Surface water | 225 | 45 |
| MARANATHA WATER UTILITIES | Community | Ground water | 220 | 0 |
| AMBER RIDGE/PARK PLACE APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 210 | 0 |
| ALPINE WOODS WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 200 | 0 |
| HOLY CROSS WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 182 | 1 |
| SNOWSHOE WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 180 | 3 |
| SOUTH PARK ESTATE TC | Community | Ground water | 175 | 0 |
| RIVERS EDGE CONDOMINIUM | Community | Ground water | 168 | 0 |
| ANCHORAGE SANDS APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 160 | 0 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES SHERWOOD ESTAT | Community | Ground water | 147 | 0 |
| HILLSIDE PARK S/D | Community | Ground water | 144 | 5 |
| UNIFIED ALASKAN UTILITIES-FIELD OF VIEW | Community | Ground water | 135 | 0 |
| OASIS WATER - MCKINLEY VIEW DIV | Community | Ground water | 130 | 0 |
| GREENBROOK S/D | Community | Ground water | 123 | 1 |
| EAGLECREST CONDOS ASSN. | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| GLACIER VALLEY WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| BIRCHWOOD MHP | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| TOTEM TRAILER TOWN TC | Community | Ground water | 116 | 0 |
| WILDERNESS ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 110 | 0 |
| G A PHILLIPS S/D | Community | Ground water | 102 | 0 |
| TRAILS END MHP | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| TERRACE ON THE LAKE | Community | Ground water | 96 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES TC | Community | Ground water | 96 | 0 |
| QUIET VIEW APTS | Community | Ground water | 96 | 0 |
| SPRING FOREST HOMEOWNERS ASSN. | Community | Ground water | 94 | 0 |
| NATIVE VILLAGE OF SLEETMUTE | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 82 | 30 |
| DEARMOUN II | Community | Ground water | 80 | 0 |
| TUDOR EAST APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 78 | 0 |
| EAST 98TH AVENUE WELL HOA | Community | Ground water | 76 | 0 |
| SKY RANCH ESTATES #1 UPPER WELL | Community | Ground water | 75 | 0 |
| ALASKA H2O INC | Community | Ground water | 75 | 1 |
| SKY RANCH ESTATES #2 LOWER WELL | Community | Ground water | 72 | 0 |
| PETERS CREEK TERRACE | Community | Ground water | 70 | 2 |
| BEAR MOUNTAIN CONDO ASSN. | Community | Ground water | 65 | 0 |
| COLONIAL PARK S/D | Community | Ground water | 63 | 0 |
| COUNTRY LANE APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| LAKE O THE HILLS EAST | Community | Ground water | 56 | 1 |
| NORTH STAR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 55 | 0 |
| SUN VALLEY HEIGHTS NORTH | Community | Ground water | 51 | 0 |
| KINGSBERRY HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. | Community | Ground water | 50 | 1 |
| HOMESTEAD HILLS | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
| WILLOW HEIGHTS CONDOS | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
| CHENEGA | Community | Surface water | 50 | 36 |
| SWISS AIRE S/D | Community | Ground water | 48 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 48 | 0 |
| SKY MANOR WELLHOUSE | Community | Ground water | 36 | 0 |
| COHOE SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 36 | 1 |
| SUN VALLEY HEIGHTS SOUTH | Community | Ground water | 34 | 0 |
| MATTHEWS SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 32 | 0 |
| BOREALIS ALPHA WATER SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 30 | 0 |
| AMBER RIDGE BRENTWOOD #1 | Community | Ground water | 28 | 0 |
| AMBER RIDGE BRENTWOOD #2 | Community | Ground water | 28 | 0 |
| NEAR POINT KNOLL SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 28 | 0 |
| SNOWCREST VIEW SOUTH | Community | Ground water | 25 | 3 |
| FAA BETHEL WELL | Community | Ground water | 25 | 0 |
94.3% of households in Anchorage have broadband internet access. 78.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.0% of households have no internet access. 7.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 87 water systems, providing water to 249,201 people. A total of 188 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Anchorage is located in Anchorage Municipality, AK. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Anchorage.
Election Overview
Source: Anchorage Municipality (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
3,924
56.3%
GOP Votes
3,041
43.7%
Total Votes
6,965
Margin
D+12.7%
Shift from 2016
D+27.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3,924 | 3,041 | 6,965 | 56.3% | 43.7% | D+12.7 |
| 2016 | 93,003 | 130,413 | 246,588 | 37.7% | 52.9% | R+15.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Anchorage Municipality recorded 6,965 total votes. Democrats won the county with 56.3% of the vote compared to 43.7% for Republicans, a margin of D+12.7%. Compared to 2016, the margin shifted D+27.9pp from the previous election.
Official City Website
Source: muni.orgPublic Records Request
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Source: muni.org
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,579
Total Assets
$8.3B
Total Income
$4.8B
Per 10K Residents
54.6
nonprofits
-14.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
205
Median Assets
$278K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $6.5B of $8.3B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Largest Nonprofits in Anchorage
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFAnchorage, AK has 1,579 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $8.3B. The most common category is Education, with 174 organizations. 205 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 54.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2,070
Total Approved
$935.5M
Jobs Supported
18,910
Per 10K Residents
71.6
SBA loans
-7.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
107
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
495 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,805
Total Amount
$758.0M
Avg Loan
$419,940
Median Loan
$155,300
SBA Guaranteed
$580.0M(77%)
Jobs Supported
15,990
Loans
265
Total Amount
$177.5M
Avg Loan
$669,657
Median Loan
$476,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
297
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$230.4M
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$775,718
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 250,000 - 500,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hallelujah Corporation | 2 | $9.0M |
| Alaska Demolition Llc | 2 | $8.3M |
| Geotek Alaska Inc. | 5 | $7.8M |
| Petroleum Equipment & Services Inc. | 5 | $7.6M |
| Builders Choice Inc. | 3 | $7.0M |
| Vitus Energy Llc | 3 | $6.7M |
| Alaska Motor Home Inc | 7 | $6.5M |
| American Landscaping Inc. | 5 | $6.3M |
| Tikigaq Corporation | 3 | $6.0M |
| Legacy Funeral Homes Inc | 3 | $5.9M |
Anchorage, AK has received 2,070 SBA loans totaling $935.5M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,805 loans (87% of the total), supporting 15,990 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 265 loans totaling $177.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Anchorage is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 495 loans. That works out to 71.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
14
Total Population
267,201
Avg Median Income
-$95,150,839
Avg Home Value
-$190,202,605
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99501 | 16,563 | $69,591 | $378,700 | $1,181 | 6.7 |
| 99502 | 26,110 | $118,494 | $408,000 | $1,661 | 17.6 |
| 99504 | 41,684 | $83,338 | $309,200 | $1,529 | 36.8 |
| 99505 | 5,425 | $98,500 | N/A | $2,504 | 41.8 |
| 99506 | 7,051 | $73,380 | N/A | $1,964 | 20.6 |
| 99507 | 36,300 | $107,347 | $371,200 | $1,546 | 47.3 |
| 99508 | 36,660 | $72,751 | $309,400 | $1,353 | 7.1 |
| 99513 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 99515 | 21,879 | $112,445 | $400,500 | $1,716 | 10.6 |
| 99516 | 21,208 | $160,341 | $576,600 | $1,284 | 43.9 |
| 99517 | 16,567 | $99,307 | $365,300 | $1,364 | 3.2 |
| 99518 | 9,837 | $91,077 | $297,900 | $1,661 | 3.8 |
| 99530 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 99577 | 27,917 | $135,011 | $413,400 | $1,709 | 287.2 |
Anchorage, AK has 14 ZIP codes with a combined population of 267,201. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$95,150,839. The average median home value is -$190,202,605. The average median monthly rent is -$95,236,704.
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