Metro areas in Alaska: income, rent and home values
Alaska has 2 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Anchorage, AK with 405,821 residents. Household incomes are highest in Anchorage, AK ($101,652). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Fairbanks, AK (26.9%) and the largest in Anchorage, AK (29.1%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is Anchorage, AK (+1.8%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage, AK | 405,821 | $101,652 | $1,577 | $400,600 | 29.1% |
| Fairbanks, AK | 93,972 | $91,347 | $1,468 | $343,900 | 26.9% |
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Alaska at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in Alaska for renters?+
Fairbanks, AK, where renters spend a median 26.9% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in Alaska has the highest income?+
Anchorage, AK, with a median household income of $101,652 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in Alaska?+
2 metropolitan statistical areas in Alaska have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.