Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks: City in Alaska, USA
About
Fairbanks is a city located in the county of Fairbanks North Star Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Its population at the 2010 census was 31,535. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 30,696 inhabitants.
The city was created 123 years ago in 1900.
Fairbanks is a home rule city and the borough seat of the Fairbanks North Star Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Fairbanks is the largest and coldest city in the Interior region of Alaska and the second largest in the state. It is situated in the upper northwest region of Alaska at an elevation of 136 metres (446 feet) above sea level near the Chena River. Fairbanks' location along a major transportation route dates to 1910, when Gold Creek was used as a supply trail for prospectors during the Alaska Gold Rush.
The city has been known as the "Golden Heart City" and the "Gateway to Alaska's Interior" since its founding in 1901. In fact, it was the first city in Alaska to have electricity—and it still does!
Fairbanks has a population of 31,427 and covers an area of 84.49 km². The elevation is 136 m above sea level, so if you're thinking about visiting this winter wonderland, be sure to pack warm clothes!
In addition to being one of Alaska's major cities, Fairbanks also serves as a regional hub for tourism because of its proximity to Denali National Park and Reserve, which is located approximately 100 miles (160 km) south-southeast of Fairbanks. The city hosts many festivals, including: Tanana Valley State Fair, Alaska Folk Festival, Alaska International JazzFest, and Winterfest. Several nearby rural Alaska Native villages are accessible by road from Fairbanks.
Quick Facts about Fairbanks
| Population : | 30,696 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Alaska (United States) |
| County : | Fairbanks North Star Borough |
| Postal code : | 99702, 99712, 99716, 99767, 99710, 99790, 99711, 99701, 99705, 99775-(UAF), 99708, 99707, 99706, 99714, 99709 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 907 |
| Official name : | Fairbanks |
| Water as percent of area : | 2.56% |
| Land as percent of area : | 97.44% |
| Altitude : | 446 feet / 136 meters |
| Capital city : | Fairbanks is capital of Fairbanks North Star Borough |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1901 (123 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−09:00, UTC−08:00 |
| Local time : | 12:16:45 (20th December 2024) |
| Population growth : | -2.73% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Fairbanks is located at 64°50'16"N 147°42'59"W (64.8377800, -147.7163900).
Fairbanks map
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- Official Website
Official website of Fairbanks
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Fairbanks decreased by 2.73% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 31,535 | - | census |
| 2011 | 30,743 | -2.58% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 32,063 | 4.12% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 32,386 | 1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 31,525 | -2.73% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 31,638 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 31,996 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 31,733 | -0.83% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 31,446 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 30,917 | -1.71% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 30,696 | -0.72% | estimation process |
People born in Fairbanks (74)
People born in Fairbanks, including singer Vivica Genaux, politician Jack Coghill, movie actress Chanel Preston, .
List
- Mike Stepovich (9th Governor of Alaska Territory (1919-2014)) he was born in 12/03/1919
- John D. Clark (American chemist and writer) he was born in 15/08/1907
- Kyle Bailey (American basketball player) he was born in 10/03/1982
- Lincoln Brewster (American musician) he was born in 30/07/1971
- Anna Kathryn Holbrook (American actress) she was born in 18/04/1957
- Brody Hutzler (American actor) he was born in 20/04/1971
- Walter S. Judd (American botanist and taxonomist) he was born in 01/01/1951
- Daryn Colledge (Player of American football) he was born in 11/02/1982
- Mike Dunlap (American basketball coach) he was born in 27/05/1957
- Kevin Johansen (Argentine musician) he was born in 21/06/1964
- Hunter Bishop (American ice hockey player) he was born in 05/09/1987
- Judy Rabinowitz (American cross-country skier) she was born in 09/04/1958
- Jessica Moore (American basketball player) she was born in 09/07/1982
- Bristol Marunde (American martial artist) he was born in 20/04/1982
- Cathy Giessel (American politician) she was born in 09/11/1951
- Dan Sullivan (American mayor) he was born in 16/06/1951
- David A. Gregory (American actor) he was born in 19/08/1985
- Dick Muri (American politician) he was born in 30/11/1953
Schools in Fairbanks
College & universities near Fairbanks, AK
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102614 | University of Alaska Fairbanks | Fairbanks (AK) | 99775 |
Post offices near Fairbanks
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks Downtown Station Post Office | Fairbanks (AK) | 99701 |
| Fort Wainwrigh Post Office | Fort Wainwright (AK) | 99703 |
| Colleg Post Office | Fairbanks (AK) | 99709 |
| Fairbanks Main Post Office | Fairbanks (AK) | 99709 |
| Ester Post Office | Ester (AK) | 99725 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Fairbanks , Indiana township in Sullivan County, Indiana with a population of 695 people.
- Fairbanks , Minnesota unincorporated community in St. Louis County, Minnesota with a population of 63 people.
Other cities in Fairbanks North Star Borough
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fairbanks North Star Borough , AK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Badger | 19,482 | Census-designated place in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska |
| College | 12,964 | Census-designated place in Alaska, United States |
| Farmers Loop | 4,853 | Census-designated place in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska |
| Ester | 2,422 | Census designated place |
| North Pole | 2,108 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Pleasant Valley | 725 | Census-designated place in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska |
| Fox | 417 | Census-designated place in Alaska, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Fairbanks distances to largest Alaska cities
