Juneau city and, AK — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Juneau City and Borough County · Alaska
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Juneau city and based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
31,969
2023 ACS
Median Income
$100,513
2023
Median Home Value
$432,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,462
2023
Median Age
39.8
Unemployment
4.0%
Cost of Living Index
147.1
100 = national avg
Juneau city and is a city in Juneau City and Borough County, Alaska, with a population of 31,969 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Juneau city and is one of the communities in Alaska.
The median household income in Juneau city and is $100,513, and the median home value is $432,500. The cost of living index is 147.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,462 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, and the median age is 39.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
31,969
Male
16,350
51.1%
Female
15,619
48.9%
Median Age
39.8
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
29.0%
High School or Higher
44.3%
Foreign Born
7.9%
Veterans
5.4%
Married
41.5%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.551
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
63.5%
Foreign Born
7.9%
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
7.0%
2,235 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
93.0%
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+)
30,383
English Only
89.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Tagalog
1,034 speakers
Limited English
3.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.1%
Limited English Proficiency
3.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,729
5.4% of population
Disability Rate
21.5%
371 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$61,904
Unemployment Rate
2.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,508
87.2%
Female Veterans
221
12.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$61,904
Non-Veteran Income
$50,760
Difference
$11,144
22.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
371
Without Disability
1,358
Disability Rate
21.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
23,377
#1 Ancestry
German
13.7% (4,382)
#2 Ancestry
English
11.5% (3,686)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
11.5% (3,681)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
13,138
Family Households
7,619
58.0%
Married Couples
5,934
45.2%
Non-Family Households
5,519
42.0%
Single Mother Households
1,168
8.9%
Single Father Households
517
3.9%
Living Alone
4,336
33.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,897
In Married Couple
4,552
77.2%
With Single Mother
996
16.9%
With Single Father
349
5.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$119,080
Married Couple Income
$140,204
Single Mother Income
$58,587
Single Father Income
$81,484
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
783
Grandparents Responsible
339
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$100,513
+37% vs national
Per Capita Income
$51,146
+38% vs national
Poverty Rate
8.2%
-40% vs national
Gini Index
0.4157
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.0%
-22% vs national
SNAP Recipients
7.0%
of households
How Juneau city and Compares
Juneau city and vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Juneau city and is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Juneau city and, AK has a median household income of $100,513, making it the 4,793rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Juneau city and has a higher median household income than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Juneau city and, AK has a per capita income of $51,146, making it the 4,216th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Juneau city and has a higher per capita income than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Juneau city and, AK has a poverty rate of 8.2%, making it the 19,107th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Juneau city and has a higher poverty rate than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Juneau city and, AK has a unemployment rate of 4.0%, making it the 14,492nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Juneau city and has a higher unemployment rate than 53% of all the cities we measured.
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Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.0%
-67% vs AK avg
Labor Force
17,530
Employed
16,486
Mean Commute
14 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
29.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.8
Work from Home
12.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Alaska metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$120.5K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
147.1
100 = national avg
+47.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,723
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$152,981
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,340
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,758
per month
The median household income in Juneau city and, AK is $100,513, which is 37.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $51,146. The poverty rate of 8.2% is lower than the AK state average of 17.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4157, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, compared to the state average of 12.1%. The labor force is 17,530. 29.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 14 minutes, with 12.4% working from home. About 64.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 147.1, which is 47.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 185.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,723 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Juneau city and vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Juneau city and is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Juneau city and, AK has a median home value of $432,500, making it the 3,958th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Juneau city and has a higher median home value than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Juneau city and, AK has a median rent of $1,462, making it the 4,326th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Juneau city and has a higher median rent than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Juneau city and, AK has a rent burden of 17.5%, making it the 12,750th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Juneau city and has a higher rent burden than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$432,500
Median Rent
$1,462
Total Housing Units
14,170
Vacancy Rate
7.3%
Owner Occupied
64.4%
Renter Occupied
35.6%
Median Property Tax
$4,039
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,722
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,039
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.93%
of home value
Median Home Value
$432,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,975
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,039) by the median home value ($432,500). In Juneau city and, AK, this works out to an effective rate of 0.93%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Juneau city and, AK is $432,500. The median rent is $1,462 per month (Census ACS). About 64.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1981. There are 14,170 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,039. The effective tax rate is 0.93%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.38
per 1,000 residents
+107% vs national
Property Crime Rate
20.69
per 1,000 residents
+20% vs national
Total Crimes
824
2024
Violent Clearance
38%
cases solved
Property Clearance
13%
cases solved
YoY Change
-1.8%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Juneau city and Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Juneau city and vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Juneau city and 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)Juneau city and police solve 100% of murder cases but only 3% 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 | 1 | 0.03 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 36 | 1.14 | 2.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 20 | 0.63 | 40.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 113 | 3.57 | 47.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 107 | 3.38 | 22.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 501 | 15.85 | 9.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 46 | 1.46 | 21.7% |
Juneau city and, AK reported 170 violent crimes and 654 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.38 per 1,000 residents is 106.8% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 38% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 501 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 6.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 170 | 654 | 5.38 | 20.69 |
| 2023 | 172 | 883 | 5.48 | 28.12 |
| 2022 | 198 | 563 | 6.23 | 17.72 |
| 2020 | 296 | 946 | 9.27 | 29.63 |
| 2019 | 289 | 1,292 | 9.09 | 40.62 |
| 2018 | 265 | 1,550 | 8.30 | 48.56 |
| 2017 | 303 | 1,683 | 9.37 | 52.03 |
| 2016 | 282 | 1,595 | 8.55 | 48.39 |
| 2015 | 285 | 1,222 | 8.77 | 37.62 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
11.5
Very Low
Expected Annual Loss
17.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
21.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
62.4
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
3
Individual Assistance
$3.7M
Most Common Type
Flood
1 declarations
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flooding → | Flood | Oct 2024 | — | $3.7M |
| Severe Storm, Flooding, Landslides, and … → | Mud/Landslide | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | — | $7K |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
101
Total Claims Paid
$4,900,783
Avg Claim Payout
$48,523
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
5
Federal Funding
$42,638
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.23
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 103.1: Feasibility, Engineering and Design Studies | 2 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $42,638 |
| 301.1: Shoreline Stabilization (Riprap, etc.) | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Juneau city and has a very low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are landslide, winter weather, avalanche. The area has had 3 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (1 declaration). 101 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. $3,736,456 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 5 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.3%
0.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.6%
3.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.5%
2.1pp 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
34.4%
Arthritis
23.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.0%
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
15.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
31.7%
Lack of Support
23.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
26.5%
Mobility
10.8%
Cognitive
13.0%
Hearing
7.0%
Vision
4.1%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Juneau city and has an obesity rate of 35.3%, which is 0.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 8.5% of adults lack health insurance. 67.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Climate & Environment
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
55.0K MT
Top Emitter
Coeur Alaska Inc Kensington Gold Mine
43.2K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Coeur Alaska Inc Kensington Gold Mine Coeur Mining Inc | Other | 43,207 |
Capitol Disposal Landfill Waste Management Inc | Waste | 11,832 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 55.0K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
14 min
-41% vs national
Drive Alone
64.9%
-17% vs national
Public Transit
2.4%
+164% vs national
Work From Home
12.4%
+33% vs national
Carpool
11.9%
Walk / Bike
6.8%
combined
How Juneau city and's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
5-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Juneau city and, AK is 14 minutes, which is 41.0% below the national average of 23 minutes. 64.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 12.4% work from home, which is above the AK state average of 5.4%. Public transit is used by 2.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 11.9% of workers carpool. 6.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
79.5%
of households
No Internet
5.3%
of households
Total Households
13,138
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.2%
of households
Smartphone
93.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
86.4%
of households
Tablet
71.1%
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
+30% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
21.6¢
per kWh
+39% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+63% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Juneau city and vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
93.3% of households in Juneau city and have broadband internet access. 79.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.3% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Juneau city and is located in Juneau City and Borough, AK. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Juneau city and.
Election Overview
Source: Juneau City and Borough (2016)2016 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
93,003
37.7%
GOP Votes
130,413
52.9%
Total Votes
246,588
Margin
R+15.2%
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 93,003 | 130,413 | 246,588 | 37.7% | 52.9% | R+15.2 |
In the 2016 presidential election, Juneau City and Borough recorded 246,588 total votes. Republicans won the county with 52.9% of the vote compared to 37.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+15.2%.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
228
Total Approved
$72.6M
Jobs Supported
1,438
Per 10K Residents
71.3
SBA loans
-23.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
30
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
63 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
195
Total Amount
$55.8M
Avg Loan
$286,110
Median Loan
$96,600
SBA Guaranteed
$42.7M(77%)
Jobs Supported
1,118
Loans
33
Total Amount
$16.8M
Avg Loan
$507,879
Median Loan
$369,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
30
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$25.6M
35% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$854,487
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaskan Brewing & Bottling Co. | 2 | $10.0M |
| Alaska Resort Condos Inc. | 1 | $4.9M |
| Heritage Northwest Inc. | 4 | $2.3M |
| Genuine Ventures Llc | 2 | $2.3M |
| Molly Ventures Inc. | 1 | $2.2M |
| Todd a Mchaney Dds L.l.c. | 3 | $1.9M |
| Lyle's Home Furnishings Inc. | 1 | $1.5M |
| Peat Properties Llc | 1 | $1.5M |
| Breeze in Corporation | 1 | $1.5M |
| Q Enterprise Inc. | 1 | $1.5M |
Juneau city and, AK has received 228 SBA loans totaling $72.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 195 loans (86% of the total), supporting 1,118 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 33 loans totaling $16.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Juneau city and is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 63 loans. That works out to 71.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
2
Total Population
31,959
Avg Median Income
$95,321
Avg Home Value
$427,400
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99801 | 29,796 | $101,141 | $433,000 | $1,468 | 2200.6 |
| 99824 | 2,163 | $89,500 | $421,800 | $1,426 | 1.8 |
Juneau city and, AK has 2 ZIP codes with a combined population of 31,959. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $95,321. The average median home value is $427,400. The average median monthly rent is $1,447.
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