Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
Anchorage Municipality: City in Alaska, United States
About
Anchorage Municipality is a county located in the U.S. state of Alaska. As of the 2010 census, the population was 291,826. After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 287,095 inhabitants. The county was created 110 years ago in 1913.
Anchorage is a unified home rule municipality located in south-central Alaska along the Cook Inlet. The city was founded in 1914 when a tent city was established during the construction of the Alaska Railroad. Anchorage was officially incorporated in 1920 and quickly became an important transportation hub.
Its strategic location made Anchorage a key site for military bases and air transport during World War II. The discovery of oil in 1968 also fueled growth and Anchorage still serves as headquarters for many oil companies today.
Key Neighborhoods and Features
Some of the main areas and features of Anchorage include:
- Downtown - The civic and commercial hub with modern high-rises, shops, restaurants, and cultural sites. Home to the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts.
- Girdwood - Popular resort town nestled in the Chugach Mountains, known for hiking, skiing and views of Mount Alyeska.
- Chugach State Park - One of Anchorage's top attractions, offering easy access to over 490,000 acres of pristine Alaskan wilderness.
- Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport - A critical airport for cargo and passenger service, it handles more than 5 million travelers per year.
Things to See and Do
Some top activities and attractions in Anchorage include:
- Drive along Turnagain Arm to see epic views and beluga whales.
- Visit the Anchorage Museum to learn about Alaskan history, culture, and native heritage.
- Bike, hike, or ski on the scenic Tony Knowles Coastal Trail along the Cook Inlet.
- Shop for souvenirs and local crafts at the weekend Anchorage Market and Festival.
- Tour the Alaska Native Heritage Center to see traditional dance and experience indigenous life.
From urban conveniences to natural wonders just outside town, Anchorage truly encapsulates the spirit of Alaska. Its striking setting continues to draw newcomers looking to explore the Last Frontier.
Quick Facts about Anchorage Municipality
| Population : | 287,095 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Alaska (United States) |
| Postal code : | 99501–99524, 99530 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 907 |
| Official name : | Anchorage |
| Water as percent of area : | 13.07% |
| Land as percent of area : | 86.93% |
| Altitude : | 102 feet / 31 meters |
| Capital city : | Anchorage Municipality is capital of Alaska |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1914 |
| Time Zone : | UTC−08:00, UTC−09:00 |
| Local time : | 04:21:58 (21st December 2024) |
| Population growth : | -1.65% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Anchorage Municipality is located at 61°10'0"N 149°15'2"W (61.1666700, -149.2505600).
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The largest city of Anchorage Municipality is Anchorage with a population of 294,356. Other cities include, Eagle River population 24,793 and Girdwood population 2,250. See all Anchorage Municipality cities & populated places.
Anchorage Municipality Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Anchorage Municipality.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 294,356 | The most populous city in Alaska and the center of the Anchorage metropolitan area. |
| Eagle River | 24,793 | Community in Alaska, USA |
| Girdwood | 2,250 | City in United States of America |
- Official Website
Official website of Anchorage Municipality
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Anchorage Municipality decreased by 1.65% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 1990 | 226,338 | - | estimation process |
| 2000 | 260,283 | 13.04% | |
| 2010 | 291,826 | 10.81% | census |
| 2011 | 296,197 | 1.48% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 298,255 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 301,142 | 0.96% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 299,893 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 297,547 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 297,249 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 294,338 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 290,521 | -1.31% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 288,000 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 287,095 | -0.32% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 10,460 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 10,757 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | -2.8% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 11,020 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 10,751 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 2.4% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 14.6% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 20.0% |
| Female persons, % : | 55.2% |
| White only, percent : | 19.3% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 77.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.0% |
| Asians alone % : | 0.5% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.0% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 2.0% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 2.5% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 18.0% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 681 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 3.7% |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 43.3% |
Economic Facts
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 43.3% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $102,600 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,165 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $491 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $826 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 5,589 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 1.89 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 85.4% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 6.0% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 86.9% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 73.6% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 89.8% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 13.4% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 11.3% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 5.9% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 63.3% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 60.8% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 20,098 |
| Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : | 13,005 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 525,572 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 145,471 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $13,671 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 22.1 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $46,485 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $29,133 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 16.0% |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 808 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 452 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 263 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 423 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 312 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 96 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 663 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 2,370.9 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 4.53 |
Alaska Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 294,356 | The most populous city in Alaska and the center of the Anchorage metropolitan area. |
| Matanuska-Susitna Borough | 110,213 | Borough in Alaska, United States |
| Fairbanks North Star Borough | 95,651 | Borough in Alaska, United States |
| Kenai Peninsula Borough | 59,414 | Borough in Alaska, United States |
| Juneau | 31,974 | City in and state capital of Alaska, United States |
| Juneau City and Borough | 31,849 | City in and state capital of Alaska, United States |
| Fairbanks | 30,696 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Eagle River | 24,793 | Community in Alaska, USA |
| Badger | 19,482 | Census-designated place in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska |
| Bethel Census Area | 18,437 | Census area in Alaska, United States |
| Ketchikan Gateway Borough | 13,747 | Borough in Alaska, United States |
| Kodiak Island Borough | 12,992 | Borough in Alaska, United States |
| College | 12,964 | Census-designated place in Alaska, United States |
| Wasilla | 11,099 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Nome Census Area | 9,909 | Census area in Alaska, United States |
| North Slope Borough | 9,294 | Borough in Alaska, United States |
