Anchorage

AK

Anchorage Municipality, Alaska

Population 289K |Median income $103,284 |6 hospitals

Population
288,976
Anchorage Municipality
Median Income
$103,284
+52% vs avg
Median Home Value
$395,900
+74% vs avg
Median Age
35.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
289K-2%
Median Income
$103,284+33%
Median Home Value
$395,900+40%
Poverty Rate
8.9%+13%
Unemployment
4.3%-39%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,489/mo
Poverty Rate
8.9% -37% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 38.7%
Work From Home 10.9%
Public Transit 1.4%

Population

White 56.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 18.7%
Asian 10%
African American 5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35%
Short Sleep Duration
34.6%
High Blood Pressure
31.5%
Physical Inactivity
19.8%
Binge Drinking
18%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.1%
Current Smoking
14%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.1%
Current Asthma
10.7%
Lack of Health Insurance
9.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 70.7%
Dental Visit 64.2%

Other Measures

Diabetes
8.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.1%
Stroke
2.8%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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2
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1
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Average Rating
2.7/5
Total Hospitals
6
With ER
3
PROVIDENCE ALASKA MEDICAL CENTER
ANCHORAGE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ALASKA NATIVE MEDICAL CENTER
ANCHORAGE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ALASKA REGIONAL HOSPITAL
ANCHORAGE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Anchorage Area 6

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Kachemak Bay Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Shelikof Strait Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning Issued for Barren Islands East: Winds Up to 50 Knots Expected

NOAA · 2h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Anchorage, AK? ▼
Anchorage, AK has a population of 288,976 people, located in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska.
What is the median household income in Anchorage? ▼
The median household income in Anchorage, AK is $103,284 per year. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
What is the median home value in Anchorage? ▼
The median home value in Anchorage, AK is $395,900. Median rent is $1,489/month.
What are the top health concerns in Anchorage? ▼
The top health indicators in Anchorage include Obesity (35%), Short Sleep Duration (34.6%), High Blood Pressure (31.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Anchorage? ▼
Anchorage has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2.7/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Anchorage? ▼
The median age in Anchorage, AK is 35.2 years. 38.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Anchorage, AK is located in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska. With a population of 289K and a median household income of $103,284, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Anchorage area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Anchorage Municipality) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.