North Lakes, Alaska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of North Lakes, Alaska is 10,583 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest city in Alaska. The median household income is $102,785, the median home value is $338,900, and the median age is 36.4.
10,583
Population
683
People / sq mi
$102,785
Median Income
$338,900
Median Home Value
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North Lakes covers 15.5 sq mi of land at 683 people per square mile.
About North Lakes, AK
North Lakes stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 683 people per square mile. North Lakes is a city in Alaska with a population of 10,583. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Alaska in the country, at #7 by population.
Median household income is $102,785, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 4.7%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $338,900, with typical rent around $1,459.
26.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 14.1%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$102,785
Median Household Income
$43,897
Per Capita Income
4.7%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$338,900
Median Home Value
$1,459
Median Rent
79.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.4%
High School+
26.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
73.3%
Public Transit
14.1%
Work From Home
30.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
52.8%
Foreign Born
94.8%
Non-English at Home
12.6%
Veterans
14.2%
With Disability
90.2%
Health Insurance
98.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.9% |
| Construction | 10.5% |
| Public Administration | 8.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.0% |
| Information | 4.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Manufacturing | 1.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
North Lakes, Alaska has a population of 10,583 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest city in Alaska.
The median household income in North Lakes, Alaska is $102,785, with 4.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in North Lakes, Alaska is $338,900, with median monthly rent at $1,459 and a homeownership rate of 79.3%.
The median age in North Lakes, Alaska is 36.4 years. The population is 51.8% male and 48.2% female.
North Lakes Cdp, AK Climate
North Lakes Cdp, AK has an average annual temperature of 2.2°C (36°F) and receives about 443 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
2.2°C
Avg Temp
443
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -9° / 16° | 24 mm |
| February | -7° / 19° | 21 mm |
| March | -3° / 26° | 17 mm |
| April | 2° / 36° | 14 mm |
| May | 8° / 47° | 22 mm |
| June | 12° / 54° | 42 mm |
| July | 14° / 58° | 63 mm |
| August | 13° / 56° | 66 mm |
| September | 9° / 47° | 71 mm |
| October | 1° / 33° | 41 mm |
| November | -6° / 21° | 29 mm |
| December | -8° / 18° | 33 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 North Lakes Cdp, AK
The most comfortable months to visit North Lakes Cdp, AK are typically July, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 20°C high). The coldest is January (near -13°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.