Anchorage Municipality's 2026 population is estimated at 292,936, reflecting a 0.57% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Anchorage Municipality is the largest borough/census area in Alaska. The 2010 population was 293,760 and has grown -0.28% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 35.2 years
Female: 35.9 years
Male: 34.4 years
There are 220,979 adults, (37,183 of whom are seniors) in Anchorage Municipality.
Female: 141,337 (48.9%)
Male: 147,639 (51.1%)
The racial composition of Anchorage Municipality includes 56.76% White, 9.97% Asian, 7.29% Native American, 5.01% Black or African American, 3.22% other race, 3.13% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and smaller percentages for and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 164,037 | 56.76% |
| Two or more races | 42,229 | 14.61% |
| Asian | 28,797 | 9.97% |
| Native American | 21,074 | 7.29% |
| Black or African American | 14,485 | 5.01% |
| Other race | 9,304 | 3.22% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 9,050 | 3.13% |
Anchorage Municipality 's average per capita income is $61,814. Household income levels show a median of $103,284. The poverty rate stands at 8.95%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $145,385 | $174,343 |
| Families | $123,547 | $152,917 |
| Households | $103,284 | $132,200 |
| Non Families | $69,224 | $88,642 |
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