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Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area had 5,777 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.3% since 2020, in line with Alaska (+0.5%). It holds 16 places (10 cities, villages and boroughs and 6 census-designated) and 4 census tracts. GEOID 02198.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
5,777
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 5,753 · ACS 2020-2024: 5,715
Median household income
$61,156
±$4,165 (90% margin)
Alaska: $92,788
Median home value
$225,300
±$21,925 (90% margin)
Alaska: $352,900
Median gross rent
$964
±$77 (90% margin)
Alaska: $1,419
How many people live in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 5,753 residents in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area. The Census Bureau estimates 5,777 for July 1, 2025, up 0.3% since 2020, in line with Alaska (+0.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 5,715 over 5,268 square miles of land.
| Measure | Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 5,715 | 735,706 | −692 |
| Households | 2,419±125 | 270,533 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.30±0.10 | 2.61 | −0.36 |
| Housing units | 3,250±99 | 328,491 | −180 |
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area's population since 2005
From 5,534 in 2005 to 5,777 in 2025: up 4.4%. 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area?
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area holds 16 places: 10 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 6 census-designated places. The largest is Metlakatla with 1,235 residents (2020-2024). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Metlakatla | 1,454 | $72,279 |
|---|---|---|
| Craig | 1,036 | $67,778 |
| Klawock | 720 | $57,344 |
| Kake | 543 | $52,159 |
| Thorne Bay | 476 | $61,250 |
| Hydaburg | 380 | $46,875 |
| Naukati BayGEOID 0252845 | 142 | not published |
| Coffman Cove | 127 | $62,917 |
| Whale PassGEOID 0284000 | 86 | $34,821 |
| Port AlexanderGEOID 0262510 | 78 | $57,813 |
| HollisGEOID 0232810 | 65 | $66,645 |
| HyderGEOID 0234570 | 48 | not published |
| Port ProtectionGEOID 0263870 | 36 | not published |
| KasaanGEOID 0237650 | 30 | not published |
| Edna BayGEOID 0220970 | 25 | $46,250 |
| Point BakerGEOID 0261190 | 12 | 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area?
The median resident of Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is 43.4 years old; 21.1% are under 18 and 20.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 43.6%, then non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaska Native residents at 36.0%. 3.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.4±0.6 | 35.8 | +2.1 |
| Under 18 years | 21.1%±0.2 pts | 24.1% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.6%±0.3 pts | 13.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.8% | 7.3% | −0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 43.6%±0.3 pts | 57.7% | −1.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.2%±0.4 pts | 6.4% | +0.8 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 36.0%±1.9 pts | 13.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.2 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 13.2%±2.0 pts | 10.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.2%±0.9 pts | 7.7% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 8.2%±1.5 pts | 15.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.0%±1.6 pts | 10.7% | – |
| With a disability | 20.9%±1.6 pts | 13.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 17.0%±1.9 pts | 11.0% | −7.7 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 91.8%±1.3 pts | 93.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 14.9%±1.8 pts | 31.7% | −3.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.0%±1.0 pts | 11.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.6%±0.8 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area earn?
Half of Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area's 2,419 households earn less than $61,156 a year (±$4,165), against $92,788 in Alaska. In 2015-2019 it was $64,463 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $61,156±$4,165 | $92,788 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $81,671±$4,504 | $118,985 | – |
| Per capita income | $36,507±$2,238 | $46,573 | +$3,180 |
| People below the poverty line | 12.7%±2.5 pts | 10.1% | −4.6 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.1%±4.7 pts | 12.2% | −8.2 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 16.4%±2.3 pts | 10.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 84.5%±2.1 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area?
Owners occupy 70.6% of Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area's occupied homes and renters 29.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $225,300 by its owner (±$21,925). The median renter pays $964 a month including utilities, and 25.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $225,300±$21,925 | $352,900 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $964±$77 | $1,419 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 25.2%±5.6 pts | 35.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,845±$173 | $2,229 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 70.6%±2.9 pts | 66.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 3,250±99 | 328,491 | −180 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.6 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.8%±1.9 pts | 7.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 68.6%±2.8 pts | 63.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 17.5%±2.2 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.6%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.8%±1.0 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area building?
Builders took permits for 0 new housing units across Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area in 2025 (0 single-family), 0.0 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area get to work?
53.0% of Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area's workers drive alone and 7.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 12.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 7.7%.
| Measure | Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 61.4%±2.9 pts | 66.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 7.7%±1.6 pts | 5.9% | −3.6 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 53.0%±3.6 pts | 65.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 15.3%±2.7 pts | 11.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.5%±0.4 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 18.7%±2.6 pts | 7.2% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.4%±2.3 pts | 9.7% | +3.2 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 12.7 min±1.7 | 19.4 min | −2.9 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 Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area's census tracts?
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area is divided into 4 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $53,636 (Tract 1) to $72,279 (Tract 9401).
| Tract 102198000100 | 2,268±170 | $53,636 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 202198000200 | 2,089±136 | $69,583 |
| Tract 302198000300 | 24±26 | not published |
| Tract 940102198940100 | 1,334±179 | $72,279 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area compare with Alaska's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 16th of 30 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 8th of 30 |
| Residents per square mile | 13th of 30 |
| Median household income | 28th of 30 |
| Median home value | 21st of 30 |
| Median gross rent | 26th of 30 |
| Poverty rate | 10th of 27 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 24th of 27 |
| Median age | 8th 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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