County · Alaska
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska. Southeast Fairbanks Census Area had 7,270 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 6.8% since 2020, faster than Alaska (+0.5%). It holds 17 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs and 15 census-designated) and 2 census tracts. GEOID 02240.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
7,270
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 6,808 · ACS 2020-2024: 7,068
Median household income
$73,882
±$9,413 (90% margin)
Alaska: $92,788
Median home value
$282,000
±$21,234 (90% margin)
Alaska: $352,900
Median gross rent
$1,351
±$208 (90% margin)
Alaska: $1,419
How many people live in Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 6,808 residents in Southeast Fairbanks Census Area. The Census Bureau estimates 7,270 for July 1, 2025, up 6.8% since 2020, faster than Alaska (+0.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 7,068 over 24,832 square miles of land.
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 7,068 | 735,706 | +190 |
| Households | 2,497±160 | 270,533 | +327 |
| Average household size | 2.58±0.11 | 2.61 | −0.47 |
| Housing units | 3,515±120 | 328,491 | −389 |
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area's population since 2000
From 6,174 in 2000 to 7,270 in 2025: up 17.8%. 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 Southeast Fairbanks Census Area?
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area holds 17 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 15 census-designated places. The largest is Deltana with 1,997 residents (2020-2024). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Deltana | 2,359 | $91,923 |
|---|---|---|
| Tok | 1,243 | $64,063 |
| Delta Junction | 918 | $84,271 |
| Big DeltaGEOID 0206850 | 444 | $104,653 |
| Fort GreelyGEOID 0226100 | 309 | $70,744 |
| NorthwayGEOID 0256220 | 234 | $33,036 |
| TanacrossGEOID 0275050 | 144 | $53,125 |
| TetlinGEOID 0276590 | 126 | not published |
| EagleGEOID 0220380 | 83 | $41,750 |
| WhitestoneGEOID 0284120 | 71 | not published |
| Dry CreekGEOID 0220020 | 61 | $50,368 |
| Eagle VillageGEOID 0220600 | 53 | $37,188 |
| Alcan BorderGEOID 0201390 | 36 | not published |
| Healy LakeGEOID 0232310 | 24 | not published |
| Dot Lake VillageGEOID 0219750 | 23 | not published |
| Dot LakeGEOID 0219720 | 21 | not published |
| ChickenGEOID 0213450 | 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 Southeast Fairbanks Census Area?
The median resident of Southeast Fairbanks Census Area is 38.1 years old; 24.3% are under 18 and 15.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 72.2%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 10.1%. 8.6% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38.1±1.1 | 35.8 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 24.3%±1.2 pts | 24.1% | – |
| 65 years and over | 15.6%±0.5 pts | 13.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.0% | 7.3% | −0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 72.2%±0.5 pts | 57.7% | −1.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.6 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.7%±1.1 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 8.9%±1.4 pts | 13.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.3 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 10.1%±1.7 pts | 10.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 8.6%±2.7 pts | 7.7% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 16.8%±4.1 pts | 15.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 14.1%±2.8 pts | 10.7% | – |
| With a disability | 13.5%±2.4 pts | 13.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 14.8%±3.2 pts | 11.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.2%±2.3 pts | 93.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 23.2%±3.7 pts | 31.7% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.4%±2.3 pts | 11.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.3%±1.2 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 Southeast Fairbanks Census Area earn?
Half of Southeast Fairbanks Census Area's 2,497 households earn less than $73,882 a year (±$9,413), against $92,788 in Alaska. In 2015-2019 it was $86,217 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $73,882±$9,413 | $92,788 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $91,789±$9,761 | $118,985 | – |
| Per capita income | $39,692±$3,885 | $46,573 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 12.7%±3.0 pts | 10.1% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.7%±6.7 pts | 12.2% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 8.6%±3.0 pts | 10.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 80.9%±3.4 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 Southeast Fairbanks Census Area?
Owners occupy 74.7% of Southeast Fairbanks Census Area's occupied homes and renters 25.3%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $282,000 by its owner (±$21,234). The median renter pays $1,351 a month including utilities, and 33.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $282,000±$21,234 | $352,900 | +$71,674 |
| Median gross rent | $1,351±$208 | $1,419 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 33.6%±12.7 pts | 35.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,805±$88 | $2,229 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 74.7%±5.1 pts | 66.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 3,515±120 | 328,491 | −389 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 2.3%±1.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 8.9%±4.4 pts | 7.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 89.1%±2.6 pts | 63.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.2%±0.9 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.6%±0.6 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 0.6%±0.5 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 do people in Southeast Fairbanks Census Area get to work?
60.7% of Southeast Fairbanks Census Area's workers drive alone and 13.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 15.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.5%.
| Measure | Southeast Fairbanks Census Area | Alaska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 59.3%±3.0 pts | 66.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.5%±3.1 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 60.7%±9.5 pts | 65.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.9%±4.3 pts | 11.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.4%±0.5 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 11.5%±7.8 pts | 7.2% | – |
| Worked from home | 13.0%±6.1 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 15.9 min±2.3 | 19.4 min | no clear change |
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 Southeast Fairbanks Census Area's census tracts?
Southeast Fairbanks Census Area is divided into 2 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $57,083 (Tract 1) to $83,714 (Tract 4).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Southeast Fairbanks Census Area compare with Alaska's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 14th of 30 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 2nd of 30 |
| Residents per square mile | 22nd of 30 |
| Median household income | 23rd of 30 |
| Median home value | 16th of 30 |
| Median gross rent | 10th of 30 |
| Poverty rate | 10th of 27 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 16th of 27 |
| Median age | 17th 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
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Southeast Fairbanks Census Area are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.