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Aleutians West Census Area, Alaska
Aleutians West Census Area, Alaska. Aleutians West Census Area had 5,240 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.2% since 2020, in line with Alaska (+0.5%). It holds 8 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 3 census-designated) and 2 census tracts. GEOID 02016.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
5,240
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 5,232 · ACS 2020-2024: 5,235
Median household income
$135,500
±$14,096 (90% margin)
Alaska: $92,788
Median home value
$434,700
±$20,628 (90% margin)
Alaska: $352,900
Median gross rent
$1,982
±$160 (90% margin)
Alaska: $1,419
How many people live in Aleutians West Census Area, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 5,232 residents in Aleutians West Census Area. The Census Bureau estimates 5,240 for July 1, 2025, up 0.2% since 2020, in line with Alaska (+0.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 5,235 over 4,393 square miles of land.
| Measure | Aleutians West Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 5,235 | 735,706 | −463 |
| Households | 956±84 | 270,533 | −231 |
| Average household size | 3.50±0.25 | 2.61 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 1,356±80 | 328,491 | −627 |
Aleutians West Census Area's population since 2000
From 5,465 in 2000 to 5,240 in 2025: down 4.1%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Aleutians West Census Area?
Aleutians West Census Area holds 8 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Unalaska with 4,306 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Unalaska | 4,254 | $131,964 |
|---|---|---|
| St. PaulGEOID 0266470 | 413 | $158,438 |
| Eareckson StationGEOID 0220716 | 232 | not published |
| AdakGEOID 0200065 | 171 | $250,000 or more |
| St. GeorgeGEOID 0265800 | 67 | not published |
| AtkaGEOID 0204210 | 53 | not published |
| NikolskiGEOID 0254260 | 39 | not published |
| Attu StationGEOID 0204670 | 0 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Aleutians West Census Area?
The median resident of Aleutians West Census Area is 40.1 years old; 9.2% are under 18 and 6.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic Asian residents at 39.5%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 24.2%. 43.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Aleutians West Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.1±2.1 | 35.8 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 9.2% | 24.1% | – |
| 65 years and over | 6.0%±1.5 pts | 13.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 13.7% | 7.3% | −0.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 24.2%±0.1 pts | 57.7% | +0.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 7.0%±3.8 pts | 2.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 39.5%±3.3 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 7.3%±1.0 pts | 13.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 1.7%±1.0 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 6.7%±2.3 pts | 10.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.5 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 43.0%±4.2 pts | 7.7% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 60.6%±4.3 pts | 15.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.3%±1.9 pts | 10.7% | – |
| With a disability | 14.4%±3.7 pts | 13.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 18.5%±4.0 pts | 11.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.6%±2.9 pts | 93.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 17.9%±3.8 pts | 31.7% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 3.3%±1.5 pts | 11.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 9.5%±3.6 pts | 3.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Aleutians West Census Area earn?
Half of Aleutians West Census Area's 956 households earn less than $135,500 a year (±$14,096), against $92,788 in Alaska. In 2015-2019 the median was $107,644 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $27,856 after inflation. 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Aleutians West Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $135,500±$14,096 | $92,788 | +$27,856 |
| Mean household income | $152,179±$18,076 | $118,985 | – |
| Per capita income | $57,451±$5,423 | $46,573 | +$8,658 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.3%±2.9 pts | 10.1% | +4.5 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.8%±4.7 pts | 12.2% | +8.2 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 4.8%±2.2 pts | 10.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.6%±4.8 pts | 91.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Aleutians West Census Area?
Owners occupy 33.5% of Aleutians West Census Area's occupied homes and renters 66.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $434,700 by its owner (±$20,628). The median renter pays $1,982 a month including utilities, and 18.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Aleutians West Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $434,700±$20,628 | $352,900 | +$91,090 |
| Median gross rent | $1,982±$160 | $1,419 | +$332 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 18.2%±9.1 pts | 35.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,331±$98 | $2,229 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 33.5%±7.0 pts | 66.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 1,356±80 | 328,491 | −627 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.3%±0.7 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.9%±1.9 pts | 7.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 31.5%±3.8 pts | 63.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 3.2%±1.6 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.0%±0.7 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 1.3%±0.6 pts | 1.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Aleutians West Census Area building?
Builders took permits for 4 new housing units across Aleutians West Census Area in 2025 (0 single-family), 0.8 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Aleutians West Census Area get to work?
43.8% of Aleutians West Census Area's workers drive alone. The average trip to work takes 6.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.3%.
| Measure | Aleutians West Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 86.4%±3.1 pts | 66.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.3%±2.4 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 43.8%±4.2 pts | 65.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.9%±4.2 pts | 11.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.7 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 34.9%±8.2 pts | 7.2% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.3%±7.0 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Mean travel time to work | 6.4 min±0.8 | 19.4 min | −1.6 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Aleutians West Census Area's census tracts?
Aleutians West Census Area is divided into 2 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $131,964 (Tract 2) to $159,688 (Tract 1).
| Tract 102016000100 | 679±165 | $159,688 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 202016000200 | 4,556±165 | $131,964 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Aleutians West Census Area compare with Alaska's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 17th of 30 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 9th of 30 |
| Residents per square mile | 11th of 30 |
| Median household income | 1st of 30 |
| Median home value | 4th of 30 |
| Median gross rent | 1st of 30 |
| Poverty rate | 14th of 27 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20th of 27 |
| Median age | 13th of 30 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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