Kodiak Island County

Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska, has a population of approximately 13,000. The demographic makeup is around 60% White, 15% Asian, 10% Hispanic or Latino, 8% Native American, and 7% Pacific Islander or other races. The median household income is about $67,000. Approximately 25% of the population is under 18, and around 10% are 65 or older. The borough covers an area of 12,022 square miles, of which 6,550 square miles is land. The largest community is the city of Kodiak.

Kodiak Island Borough, AK, has a median home value of approximately $307,400. The median gross rent is around $1,270 per month. The area comprises about 4,092 housing units, with a homeownership rate of roughly 60%. The average household size is 3.03 persons. The vacancy rate for homeowner housing is about 2.7%, and for rental housing, it's approximately 8.9%. Housing values and rental costs reflect the region's remote location and economic reliance on fishing and military activities.

Kodiak Island Borough, AK holds elections for local, state, and federal offices. In the 2020 Presidential Election, Kodiak Island Borough saw 1,198 votes for Joe Biden (Democrat) and 2,332 votes for Donald Trump (Republican). Key local positions include the Borough Assembly and the School Board. In the 2022 local elections, Borough Assembly candidates included Geoff Smith, Edwin "Ed" Plute, and Mel Stephens. Smith received 2,305 votes, and Plute and Stephens received 2,061 and 1,888 votes respectively. For the School Board, candidates were James R. McFarland (2,359 votes) and Julie Hill (2,321 votes). State legislative representation includes Senate District P and House District 32. Election turnout and candidate lists vary by year, reflecting the community's active civic engagement.

Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska, has a relatively educated population, though it falls behind national and state averages in higher education attainment. According to the U.S. Census Bureau:

• High School or Higher: 92.2% of adults aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of 88.0% and the Alaska state average of 92.6%.
• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 25.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of 33.1% and the state average of 30.9%.

This data reflects a good overall education level at the high school level but indicates a gap in higher education attainment compared to broader averages.

As of recent data, Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska, has an employment structure heavily influenced by its unique geographic and economic conditions. The total civilian labor force comprises roughly 6,000 individuals. The unemployment rate hovers around 6%, higher than the national average of approximately 3.7% (as of mid-2023) but lower than Alaska's state average of about 6.5%.

Top industries by employment include fishing and seafood processing, government services, and retail trade. Specifically, the commercial fishing industry is a dominant sector, given Kodiak's status as one of the United States' top fishing ports. Government employment, including local and federal agencies, also represents a significant portion of the workforce. In comparison, nationally, the largest employment sectors are traditionally more diversified, including health care, education, and professional services.

This specific economic composition means Kodiak's employment landscape is more concentrated in natural-resource-based industries than the national average, reflecting both state and local economic dependencies.

Kodiak Island Borough, located in Alaska, has a median household income of approximately $74,000 according to recent data. This is higher than the national median household income, which is approximately $68,700, but slightly lower than the state of Alaska's median household income of around $77,640.

This comparison shows that while Kodiak Island Borough's income is above the national average, it is marginally lower than the state average for Alaska.

As of the most recent data available, Kodiak Island Borough in Alaska has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate is approximately 1,600 incidents per 100,000 people annually.

Here is a breakdown of crime statistics:

These figures are estimates and can vary year by year. For the most accurate and updated information, consulting the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program and local law enforcement agencies is recommended.