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Juneau city and, Alaska Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Juneau city and, Alaska is 31,969 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 3rd-largest city in Alaska. The median household income is $100,513, the median home value is $432,500, and the median age is 39.8.

The population has grown 0.6% since 2010 (31,387 → 31,572).

31,969

Population

12

People / sq mi

$100,513

Median Income

$432,500

Median Home Value

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Juneau city and covers 2702.9 sq mi of land at 12 people per square mile.

About Juneau city and, AK

Juneau city and stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 12 people per square mile. With 31,969 residents, Juneau city and is a city in Alaska. It is the #3-largest of all cities in Alaska nationally.

Median household income is $100,513, above the US median of $78,538. About 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $432,500, with typical rent around $1,462.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 40.5% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 12.4% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.

Juneau city and borough Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Juneau city and borough had a population of 31,387 in 2010 and 31,572 in 2024, a 0.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 32,615 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: 0.05%.

2015 · 33K20102024
Juneau city and borough population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

31,572

Population (2024)

31,387

Population (2010)

32,615

Peak (2015)

0.05%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201031,387
201132,161
201232,384
201332,594
201432,481
201532,615
201632,412
201732,098
201832,037
201931,974
202032,203
202131,972
202231,742
202331,483
202431,572

Race & Ethnicity

White63.5%
Black or African American0.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)18.9%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$100,513

Median Household Income

$51,146

Per Capita Income

4.9%

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$432,500

Median Home Value

$1,462

Median Rent

64.4%

Owner-Occupied

Education

94.7%

High School+

40.5%

Bachelor's+

Commute

2.4%

Drive Alone

64.9%

Public Transit

12.4%

Work From Home

15.8 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

50.6%

Foreign Born

89.3%

Non-English at Home

6.9%

Veterans

11.6%

With Disability

92.0%

Health Insurance

97.2%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management22.8%
Public Administration21.2%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.3%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate8.1%
Retail Trade8.0%
Construction7.6%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.6%
Agriculture & Mining3.4%
Information2.6%
Manufacturing2.2%
Transportation & Warehousing1.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Juneau city and, Alaska has a population of 31,969 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 3rd-largest city in Alaska.

The median household income in Juneau city and, Alaska is $100,513, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Juneau city and, Alaska is $432,500, with median monthly rent at $1,462 and a homeownership rate of 64.4%.

The median age in Juneau city and, Alaska is 39.8 years. The population is 51.1% male and 48.9% female.

The population has grown 0.6% since 2010 (31,387 → 31,572).


Juneau city and borough, AK Climate

Juneau city and borough, AK has an average annual temperature of 1.8°C (35°F) and receives about 1896 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

1.8°C

Avg Temp

1896

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

-15°-5°5°15°280mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Juneau city and borough, AK — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January-7° / 19°181 mm
February-5° / 22°138 mm
March-3° / 26°128 mm
April1° / 34°89 mm
May5° / 40°94 mm
June8° / 47°106 mm
July11° / 51°120 mm
August11° / 51°161 mm
September8° / 46°231 mm
October3° / 37°280 mm
November-3° / 27°190 mm
December-5° / 22°178 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 Juneau city and borough, AK

The most comfortable months to visit Juneau city and borough, AK are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 15°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). October is usually the wettest month.

JulyJuneAugust

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.