Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska Population and Demographics

In this article, we'll explore the population statistics for Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska, including popular demographics data like median age, number of households, household income, gender, employment and unemployment rates, occupations, religion, and more.

We are using the latest American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year survey data from the US Census Bureau, which is accurate up to 2021.

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Population

There is a lot of data that lets us see how many people live in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska. The most basic data is the total population, which is the total number of people living in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska. The estimated population of Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska is 58,711 people, with a median age of 41.4.

We can look at the total population in Kenai Peninsula Borough over the last 5 years to see how much it has changed.

Year Population Change 5-Year Change
2021
58,711
 -0.17% +1.29%
2020
58,809
+0.59%
-
2019
58,464
+0.42%
-
2018
58,220
+0.45%
-
2017
57,961
 - -

Population of Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska by Race and Ethnicity

We can also look at how the population has changed over the last 5 years by each of the race/ethnicity types as defined by the US Census Bureau.

Race 2021 2017 Change
White
78.7%
81%
 -2.84%
Black/African American
0.6%
0.5%
 +20.00%
Native
7.4%
7.1%
 +4.23%
Hispanic
4.4%
4%
 +10.00%
Asian
1.8%
1.5%
 +20.00%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0.4%
0.3%
 +33.33%
Two Or More Races
6%
5.4%
 +11.11%
Other
0.8%
0.2%
 +300.00%

This data can be very important for a number of reasons, including social and economic research, planning and development, and marketing to a multi-cultural population.

Note that the Native group includes both Native American and Alaskan Native people.

Population of Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska by Age and Gender

The age and gender of a population is another interesting demographic statistic because it lets us track trends in the population over time. For example, we can see how the population has changed over the last 5 years by median age as a total, and also by male and female.

Year Total Male Female
2021 41.4 +1.22% 41.1 +2.49% 41.9 +0.48%
2020 40.9 +0.25% 40.1 -0.5% 41.7 +0.97%
2019 40.8 0% 40.3 -0.49% 41.3 +0.49%
2018 40.8 +0.49% 40.5 +1% 41.1 -0.24%
2017 40.6 - 40.1 - 41.2 -

The median age of Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska gives you an idea of the age distribution, with half of the population being older than the median age and half being younger.

This can then be used to infer and compare against birth rates, parent ages, and more metrics to understand the population. For example, an increasing median age indicates an aging population, which can be a sign of a declining population in terms of birth rates and workforce participation.

Age 2021 2017
(Years) Male Female Male Female
0 to 9 3,567 +0.9% 3,610 -1.44% 3,596 3,553
10 to 19 3,994 -4.59% 3,505 0.04% 3,811 3,502
20 to 29 3,781 -3.85% 3,132 -7.38% 3,636 2,907
30 to 39 3,752 +2.98% 3,277 +4.99% 3,847 3,443
40 to 49 3,537 +5.75% 3,392 -2.1% 3,724 3,320
50 to 59 4,651 -14.98% 4,609 -18.92% 3,988 3,795
60 to 69 4,522 +6.28% 3,755 +19.04% 4,809 4,512
70+ 2,457 +30.11% 2,420 +22.05% 3,284 2,984

Median Household Income

The latest median household income of Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska is $70,609.00.

In simple terms, the median income is the middle income of a group of people. Half of the people in the group make more than the median income, and half make less. The median income is a good indicator of the overall income of a group of people, and can be used to compare against other metrics such as the average income, per capita income, and more.

Median Income by Age

We can also look at the median income by age to see how the median income varies by age, and how it compares to the overall median income for Kenai Peninsula Borough.

  • Under 25
    $40,521.00
  • 25 to 44
    $85,176.00
  • 45 to 64
    $76,333.00
  • 65 and over
    $53,355.00

Average Household Income

Whenever we ask what is the average household income in Kenai Peninsula Borough, we are actually talking about the mean household income.

This is calculated by adding up all the incomes of all the households in Kenai Peninsula Borough, and then dividing that number by the total number of households. This is a good way to get a general idea of the average income of a group of people, but it can be skewed by a very high or very low incomes.

The average household income of Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska is currently $92,638.00.

In terms of accurately summarizing income at a geographic level, the median income is a better metric than the average income because it isn't affected by a small number of very high or very low incomes.

If you had an area where the average income was greater than the median, it can mean that there is significant income inequality, with income being concentrated in a small number of wealthy households.

8.07% of households in Kenai Peninsula Borough are classed as high income households (making $200,000+ per year).

Household Income Tiers

The US Census Bureau divides households into income tiers based on the median income for the area. This is a good way to compare the income of Kenai Peninsula Borough against other areas.

  • Less than $24,999
    17.84%
  • $25,000 to $49,999
    17.32%
  • $50,000 to $74,999
    18.07%
  • $75,000 to $99,999
    13.05%
  • $100,000 to $149,999
    16.64%
  • $150,000 to $199,999
    9.01%
  • $200,000 or more
    8.07%

Per Capita Income

The per capita income in Kenai Peninsula Borough is $37,473.00.

Per capita income is the average income of a person in a given area. It is calculated by dividing the total income of Kenai Peninsula Borough by the total population of Kenai Peninsula Borough.

This is different from the average or mean income because it includes and accounts for all people in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska, including people like children, the elderly, unemployed people, retired people, and more.

Education Levels

We can also look at the education levels in Kenai Peninsula Borough to see how many people have a high school degree, a bachelor's degree, or a graduate degree.

Educational attainment is a good indicator of the overall education level of a population, and can be used to compare against other metrics such as the average income, per capita income, and more to see how education levels affect income, unemployment rates, and more.

  • Master's degree or higher
    13.01%
  • Bachelor's degree
    30.51%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    14.23%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    40.61%
  • Less than high school diploma
    1.64%

Employment

Employment rates are all based around the total population in Kenai Peninsula Borough that are over the age of 16.

The total population of Kenai Peninsula Borough over the age of 16 is 47,005.

Of those people, a total of 57.60% are working or actively looking for work. This is called the labor force participation rate.

The participation rate is a useful market measure because it shows the relative amount of labor resources available to the economy.

The employment to total population rate in Kenai Peninsula Borough is 52.50%.

Employment by Age

We can look at the employment rates by age to see how it compares to the overall employment rate.

Age Population Participation Unemployment Rate
16 to 19 years 2,756 39.40% 19.40%
20 to 24 years 2,971 74.00% 13.60%
25 to 29 years 3,572 74.40% 12.00%
30 to 34 years 3,674 75.00% 8.00%
35 to 44 years 7,163 77.20% 8.70%
45 to 54 years 7,206 79.50% 6.00%
55 to 59 years 4,074 64.70% 3.80%
60 to 64 years 5,098 50.90% 5.70%
65 to 74 years 7,161 23.30% 4.50%
75 years and over 3,330 6.00% 14.90%

Employment by Race

Another very interesting employment statistic we can look at is the employment and unemployment rates by race in Kenai Peninsula Borough. The table below shows the rates for each of the ethnicity groups types defined by the US Census Bureau.

Age Population Participation Unemployment Rate
White 38,789 57.80% 7.80%
Black or African American 374 22.50% 33.30%
American Indian and Alaska Native 3,472 48.00% 14.20%
Asian 881 64.20% 0.00%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 210 81.40% 2.90%
Other 759 60.10% 0.00%
Two or more races 2,520 66.50% 11.80%
Hispanic or Latino 1,810 68.00% 4.80%
Not Hispanic or Latino 37,984 57.40% 7.90%

Occupations

In this section we can look at the most common occupations in Kenai Peninsula Borough as well as the gender breakdown and earnings of them.

The total population of civilian employees that are 16 years old or older in Kenai Peninsula Borough is 24,679, with median earnings of $45,328.00.

Women in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska earning approximately 68.70% of the men's earnings.

Population Earnings
Total 24,679 $45,328.00
Male 13,471 $53,733.00
Female 11,208 $36,910.00

Occupations by Category

In the table below, we can break down the population and earnings even further by occupation. The list of occupation categories below will show you how many people are employed in each category and the median earnings of each profession.

Occupation Employed Earnings
Management 2,985 $65,096.00
Business and Financial 674 $55,644.00
Computer and Mathematical 340 $80,449.00
Architecture and Engineering 467 $116,827.00
Life, Physical, and Social Science 363 $60,839.00
Community and Social Service 821 $47,450.00
Legal 139 $53,942.00
Educational and Library 1,640 $40,000.00
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media 379 $23,558.00
Healthcare Practitioners 1,913 $78,451.00
Healthcare Support 1,250 $24,900.00
Firefighters and Protective Service 246 $61,304.00
Law Enforcement 391 $68,914.00
Food Preparation and Serving 1,477 $17,409.00
Building and Grounds Cleaning 663 $15,179.00
Personal Care and Service 552 $15,638.00
Sales 1,598 $32,950.00
Office and Administrative Support 2,597 $39,254.00
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry 548 $29,643.00
Construction and Extraction 1,931 $54,570.00
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair 838 $63,777.00
Production 1,014 $57,750.00
Transportation and Material Moving 999 $58,229.00

Occupations by Gender

The table below shows the same occupations from the list above, but we have split them by male and female to see how many male and females work in each occupation, the median earnings, and the male to female ratio of earnings.

That last metric is important because it can be used to look at the gender pay gap between men and women.

Occupation Male Female
Population Earnings Population Earnings
Management 1,709 $74,268.00 1,276 $53,207.00
Business and Financial 236 $60,417.00 438 $47,041.00
Computer and Mathematical 290 $80,192.00 50 $100,345.00
Architecture and Engineering 438 $120,438.00 29 $72,159.00
Life, Physical, and Social Science 250 $61,513.00 113 $31,719.00
Community and Social Service 301 $47,383.00 520 $47,500.00
Legal 33 $21,964.00 106 $54,808.00
Educational and Library 423 $54,148.00 1,217 $34,728.00
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media 187 $25,573.00 192 $22,500.00
Healthcare Practitioners 643 $95,446.00 1,270 $70,957.00
Healthcare Support 257 $27,962.00 993 $24,050.00
Firefighters and Protective Service 189 $51,023.00 57 $62,011.00
Law Enforcement 274 $67,500.00 117 $69,040.00
Food Preparation and Serving 820 $23,269.00 657 $15,250.00
Building and Grounds Cleaning 394 $16,500.00 269 $13,555.00
Personal Care and Service 190 $15,793.00 362 $14,722.00
Sales 759 $40,375.00 839 $26,250.00
Office and Administrative Support 583 $52,772.00 2,014 $37,920.00
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry 467 $30,188.00 81 $27,917.00
Construction and Extraction 1,871 $55,141.00 60 $15,795.00
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair 838 $63,777.00 0 $0.00
Production 806 $64,000.00 208 $23,500.00
Transportation and Material Moving 845 $65,430.00 154 $25,227.00

Households and Family Size

A household defined bu the US Census Bureau is a group of people who occupy a housing unit. A housing unit is a house, apartment, mobile home, group of rooms, or single room occupied as separate living quarters.

There are currently 22,768 households in Kenai Peninsula Borough, with an average household size of 2.52 people.

A family is defined as a group of two or more people related by birth, marriage, or adoption who live together in the same household.

There are 13,789 families in Kenai Peninsula Borough with an average family size of 3.21 people.

Households by Marital Status

The four categories of household by marital status are:

  • Married-couple family
  • Male householder with no spouse present
  • Female household with no spouse present
  • Nonfamily household

The table below shows the total number of households and families, with the average sizes of each.

Married Male Female Nonfamily
Total Households 11,387 805 1,597 8,979
Average Household Size 3.27 3.4 3.76 1.26
Total Families 11,387 805 1,597 0
Average Household Size 3.21 3.03 3.32 0

Poverty

Of the 13,789 families in Kenai Peninsula Borough, 6.70% are considered to be below the poverty threshold.

The table below shows the latest poverty thresholds in Kenai Peninsula Borough:

Household Size Poverty Threshold
1 Person $14,580.00
2 People $19,720.00
3 People $24,860.00
4 People $30,000.00
5 People $35,140.00
6 People $40,280.00
7 People $45,420.00
8 People $50,560.00

Housing

There are 32,406 housing units in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska.

The table below shows the split between occupied and vacant units:

Total Percentage
Occupied 22,768 70.26%
Vacant 9,638 29.74%

14.26% of the total 32,406 housing units in Kenai Peninsula Borough are rental units. This is approximately 4,621 properties.

For owner-occupied housing units, a total of 17,419 are occupied by the owner - or 53.75% of the total.

Rental Rates

The median rent for a property in Kenai Peninsula Borough is $1,081.00.

In the chart below, we can look at the number of rental properties in Kenai Peninsula Borough that fall into a particular rent range. These can then be used to compare with other areas, or to see how they have changed over time.

  • No rent paid
    728
  • Less than $500
    435
  • $500 to $999
    1,523
  • $1,000 to $1,499
    1,646
  • $1,500 to $1,999
    711
  • $2,000 to $2,499
    152
  • $2,500 to $2,999
    66
  • $3,000 or more
    88

Property Value

The median value of a property in Kenai Peninsula Borough is $249,100.00.

Just like with rental rates, we can look at the number of properties in Kenai Peninsula Borough that fall into a particular value range.

  • Less than $50,000
    829
  • $50,000 to $99,999
    956
  • $100,000 to $149,999
    1,454
  • $150,000 to $199,999
    2,341
  • $200,000 to $299,999
    5,671
  • $300,000 to $499,999
    4,396
  • $500,000 to $999,999
    1,645
  • $1,000,000 or more
    127

Property Age

We can also look at the age of properties in Kenai Peninsula Borough. The chart below shows the number of properties in Kenai Peninsula Borough that fall into a particular age range.

  • 1939 or earlier
    285
  • 1940 to 1949
    205
  • 1950 to 1959
    1,001
  • 1960 to 1969
    1,994
  • 1970 to 1979
    6,142
  • 1980 to 1989
    7,835
  • 1990 to 1999
    5,395
  • 2000 to 2009
    7,104
  • 2010 to 2013
    2,386
  • 2014 or later
    59

Vehicles per Household

The number of vehicles available per household can be a good indicator of the level of affluence in an area. The chart below shows the number of households in Kenai Peninsula Borough that have a particular number of vehicles available.

  • No vehicles available
    1,258
  • 1 vehicle available
    7,234
  • 2 vehicles available
    8,188
  • 3 or more vehicles available
    6,088

Commuting to Work

In this section, we can also look at how people in Kenai Peninsula Borough get to work. The chart below shows the number of people in Kenai Peninsula Borough that commute to work in a particular way.

20.6 minutes is the average travel time to work for people in Kenai Peninsula Borough.

These commute times can be compared to other date like income and educational levels to see how they relate to each other and if there are any trends in the data that might suggest a correlation.

  • Less than 5 minutes
    2,337
  • 5 to 9 minutes
    3,908
  • 10 to 14 minutes
    3,913
  • 15 to 19 minutes
    4,297
  • 20 to 24 minutes
    2,447
  • 25 to 29 minutes
    1,012
  • 30 to 34 minutes
    1,518
  • 35 to 39 minutes
    327
  • 40 to 44 minutes
    332
  • 45 to 59 minutes
    723
  • 60 to 89 minutes
    327
  • 90 or more minutes
    801

Summary

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Places in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska

We have data for 38 places in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska. Click on a place below to see more information about the demographics of that place.