College, Alaska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of College, Alaska is 11,730 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 6th-largest city in Alaska. The median household income is $76,831, the median home value is $279,100, and the median age is 32.9.
11,730
Population
625
People / sq mi
$76,831
Median Income
$279,100
Median Home Value
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College covers 18.8 sq mi of land at 625 people per square mile.
About College, AK
College stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 625 people per square mile. College is a city in Alaska with a population of 11,730. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Alaska in the country, at #6 by population.
The typical household here earns about $76,831, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.0% — below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $279,100, with typical rent around $1,405.
College attainment is above the local norm at 44.7%, above the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 9.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$76,831
Median Household Income
$46,874
Per Capita Income
2.0%
Poverty Rate
1.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$279,100
Median Home Value
$1,405
Median Rent
62.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.4%
High School+
44.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.1%
Drive Alone
68.2%
Public Transit
5.1%
Work From Home
16.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
46.5%
Foreign Born
84.2%
Non-English at Home
9.1%
Veterans
10.2%
With Disability
94.0%
Health Insurance
98.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.9% |
| Public Administration | 10.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.3% |
| Construction | 5.5% |
| Information | 5.1% |
| Manufacturing | 3.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
College, Alaska has a population of 11,730 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 6th-largest city in Alaska.
The median household income in College, Alaska is $76,831, with 2.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in College, Alaska is $279,100, with median monthly rent at $1,405 and a homeownership rate of 62.6%.
The median age in College, Alaska is 32.9 years. The population is 54.8% male and 45.2% female.
College Cdp, AK Climate
College Cdp, AK has an average annual temperature of -2.7°C (27°F) and receives about 307 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
-2.7°C
Avg Temp
307
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -22° / -7° | 16 mm |
| February | -18° / -1° | 15 mm |
| March | -11° / 12° | 11 mm |
| April | -1° / 31° | 8 mm |
| May | 9° / 47° | 18 mm |
| June | 15° / 58° | 39 mm |
| July | 16° / 61° | 46 mm |
| August | 13° / 56° | 46 mm |
| September | 7° / 44° | 33 mm |
| October | -4° / 24° | 30 mm |
| November | -16° / 4° | 23 mm |
| December | -20° / -3° | 22 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit College Cdp, AK
The most comfortable months to visit College Cdp, AK are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 23°C high). The coldest is January (near -26°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.