Bethel Census Area's 2026 population is estimated at 18,417, reflecting a 0.14% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Bethel Census Area is the 6th largest borough/census area in Alaska. The 2010 population was 17,081 and has grown 7.82% since 2010.
Overall: 29 years
Female: 29.1 years
Male: 28.8 years
There are 12,012 adults, (1,538 of whom are seniors) in Bethel Census Area.
Female: 8,601 (46.8%)
Male: 9,793 (53.2%)
The racial composition of Bethel Census Area includes 83.97% Native American, 8.31% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Native American | 15,445 | 83.97% |
| White | 1,529 | 8.31% |
| Two or more races | 841 | 4.57% |
| Asian | 289 | 1.57% |
| Black or African American | 228 | 1.24% |
| Other race | 62 | 0.34% |
Bethel Census Area 's average per capita income is $40,945. Household income levels show a median of $73,996. The poverty rate stands at 25.61%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,811 | $114,290 |
| Families | $78,676 | $100,229 |
| Households | $73,996 | $95,078 |
| Non Families | $54,375 | $71,491 |
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