Wrangell County

Wrangell County, located in Alaska, has a population of approximately 2,127 residents. The racial composition is primarily White (66%), followed by Native American (19%), Asian (4%), and other races. The median age is around 48 years. The median household income is roughly $62,000, and about 11% of the population lives below the poverty line. The gender distribution is nearly balanced, with males accounting for about 52% and females 48%. Educational attainment shows that 91% of the population has completed high school, and 20% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Wrangell County, AK, has a population of approximately 2,100. The median home value is around $265,000. Rental prices average $900-$1,200 per month. The area has a mix of single-family homes, cabins, and some apartments. Housing availability fluctuates with seasonal jobs and economic factors. The region is known for its scenic beauty, influencing property values.

As of the most recent elections in October 2023, Wrangell Borough, Alaska, held local elections for various positions including mayor, assembly members, and school board members. The mayoral race featured candidates Patty Gilbert and Julie Decker. For the Wrangell Assembly, candidates included Ryan Howe and Anne Morrison among others, vying for two available seats.

Voter turnout in recent local elections has varied, generally ranging between 30-50% of registered voters, reflecting the community's engagement levels. Specific numerical outcomes of the 2023 election results were as follows: Patty Gilbert received 368 votes, narrowly winning against Julie Decker who secured 352 votes for the mayoral seat. Assembly results saw Ryan Howe receiving 420 votes and Anne Morrison receiving 375 votes, successfully securing their positions. Accurate data for school board vote counts and other specific offices would need to be obtained from the official Wrangell Borough election office results.

Wrangell County, Alaska, has education metrics that provide insight into its educational attainment levels. As of recent data, approximately 90.2% of residents aged 25 and older have completed high school, comparable to the national average of around 88.5%. Meanwhile, about 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is somewhat lower than the U.S. national average of approximately 32.1%. Compared to the state of Alaska, where 92.3% have completed high school and 29.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, Wrangell County shows slightly lower educational attainment. These figures indicate room for improvement in higher education but a strong high school graduation rate.

As of the most recent data, Wrangell Borough, Alaska has a labor force participation rate of about 60%, with an unemployment rate close to 5%, which is relatively low compared to the national average of around 6% and higher than Alaska's state average of about 4.5%. The key industries in Wrangell include healthcare and social assistance, which employs approximately 27% of the workforce, followed by educational services at around 15%, and transportation and warehousing at roughly 12%. Comparatively, the national top industries often feature healthcare and retail trade, although Wrangell's focus on transportation and warehousing is higher than the national average due to its geographic location and logistical needs.

Sources such as the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics provide granular details and can be referenced for the latest updates.

As of the latest data available, Wrangell County, AK, had a median household income of approximately $61,000. For comparison, the median household income in the state of Alaska was around $77,640, and the national median was approximately $68,700.

Income Comparison Table

This data reveals that Wrangell County's median household income is below both the state and national averages, indicating potential economic disparities within the region.

As of the latest data, Wrangell City and Borough in Alaska has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Here is a summary of the main crime statistics:

The overall crime rate in Wrangell is approximately 14 per 1,000 residents when combining violent and property crimes. This makes Wrangell one of the safer communities in Alaska, with violent crimes being particularly infrequent.