Fairbanks North Star Borough's 2026 population is estimated at 93,453, reflecting a -0.8% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Fairbanks North Star Borough is the 3rd largest borough/census area in Alaska. The 2010 population was 98,272 and has grown -4.9% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 32.5 years
Female: 34.2 years
Male: 31.5 years
There are 72,835 adults, (12,160 of whom are seniors) in Fairbanks North Star Borough.
Female: 43,352 (45.4%)
Male: 52,108 (54.6%)
The racial composition of Fairbanks North Star Borough includes 68.82% White, 6.21% Native American, 4.1% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 65,695 | 68.82% |
| Two or more races | 14,238 | 14.92% |
| Native American | 5,931 | 6.21% |
| Black or African American | 3,916 | 4.1% |
| Asian | 2,718 | 2.85% |
| Other race | 2,309 | 2.42% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 653 | 0.68% |
Fairbanks North Star Borough 's average per capita income is $59,317. Household income levels show a median of $88,267. The poverty rate stands at 6.13%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $118,809 | $142,464 |
| Families | $108,940 | $133,064 |
| Households | $88,267 | $112,548 |
| Non Families | $58,627 | $73,427 |
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