Mentasta Lake, AK
Mentasta Lake Map
Mentasta Lake Overview
165
TOTAL POPULATION
98
MALE POPULATION
67
FEMALE POPULATION
146.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
68.37
FEMALES / 100 MALES
26.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,080
PER CAPITA INCOME
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
49
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
Mentasta Lake Area Codes
Race in Mentasta Lake
The most populous races in Mentasta Lake are Native / Alaskan (129 | 78.2%), and White / Caucasian (36 | 21.8%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 0 | 0.0% |
Native / Alaskan | 129 | 78.2% |
White / Caucasian | 36 | 21.8% |
Two or more Races | 0 | 0.0% |
Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 165 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mentasta Lake
The most populous ancestries reported in Mentasta Lake are Alaskan Athabascan (122 | 73.9%), and Inupiat (7 | 4.2%), together accounting for 78.2% of all Mentasta Lake residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
Alaskan Athabascan | 122 | 73.9% |
Inupiat | 7 | 4.2% | View All 2 Rows |
Immigrants in Mentasta Lake
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mentasta Lake
Sex and Age in Mentasta Lake
The most populous age groups in Mentasta Lake are 60 to 64 Years (16 | 16.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (16 | 23.9%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 9 (9.2%) | 7 (10.4%) |
5 to 9 Years | 10 (10.2%) | 16 (23.9%) |
10 to 14 Years | 6 (6.1%) | 7 (10.4%) |
15 to 19 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (9.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 6 (6.1%) | 6 (9.0%) |
25 to 29 Years | 11 (11.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 10 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 39 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
40 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (4.5%) |
45 to 49 Years | 8 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
50 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (4.5%) |
55 to 59 Years | 5 (5.1%) | 3 (4.5%) |
60 to 64 Years | 16 (16.3%) | 2 (3.0%) |
65 to 69 Years | 4 (4.1%) | 12 (17.9%) |
70 to 74 Years | 13 (13.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 to 79 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
80 to 84 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (3.0%) |
85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 98 (100.0%) | 67 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mentasta Lake
Median Family Size in Mentasta Lake
The median family size in Mentasta Lake is 3.44 persons per family, with single female/mother families (13 | 31.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.92 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (9 | 22.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.44 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 19 (46.3%) | 2.89 |
Single Male/Father | 9 (22.0%) | 2.44 |
Single Female/Mother | 13 (31.7%) | 4.92 |
Total Families | 41 (100.0%) | 3.44 |
Median Household Size in Mentasta Lake
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 19 (29.2%) | 2.89 |
Single Male/Father | 9 (13.9%) | 2.44 |
Single Female/Mother | 13 (20.0%) | 4.92 |
Non-family | 24 (36.9%) | - |
Total Households | 65 (100.0%) | 2.54 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mentasta Lake
Out of a total of 65 households in Mentasta Lake, 41 (63.1%) are family households, while 24 (36.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 25, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 24.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 24 (36.9%) |
2-Person Households | 25 (38.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3-Person Households | 8 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 5 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 3 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 41 (63.1%) | 24 (36.9%) |
Female Fertility in Mentasta Lake
Fertility by Age in Mentasta Lake
Average fertility rate in Mentasta Lake is 400.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 1,000.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
20 to 34 years | 6 (100.0%) | 1,000.0 |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 6 (100.0%) | 400.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mentasta Lake
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Mentasta Lake
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 6 (100.0%) | 500.0 |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 6 (100.0%) | 400.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mentasta Lake
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Income in Mentasta Lake
Income Overview in Mentasta Lake
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 165 | $20,080 |
Median Family Income | 41 | $0 |
Mean Family Income | 41 | $63,695 |
Median Household Income | 65 | $0 |
Mean Household Income | 65 | $47,765 |
Income Deficit | 41 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 165 | 0.00% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 165 | 100.00¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 165 | 0.51 |
Earnings by Sex in Mentasta Lake
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 41 (83.7%) | $0 |
Female | 8 (16.3%) | $33,750 |
Total | 49 (100.0%) | $30,208 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mentasta Lake
The most common earnings brackets in Mentasta Lake are $100,000+ for men (14 | 34.2%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (5 | 62.5%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 5 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 4 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 5 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 4 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 6 (14.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 3 (7.3%) | 5 (62.5%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (37.5%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000+ | 14 (34.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 41 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mentasta Lake
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | - | - |
High School Diploma | - | - |
College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
Graduate Degree | - | - |
Total | - | - |
Family Income in Mentasta Lake
Family Income Brackets in Mentasta Lake
According to the Mentasta Lake family income data, there are 14 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.2% of all families.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 13 | 31.7% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 4 | 9.8% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 2 | 4.9% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 3 | 7.3% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 5 | 12.2% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 14 | 34.1% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mentasta Lake
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 25 (61.0%) | $0 |
3-Person Families | 8 (19.5%) | $0 |
4-Person Families | 5 (12.2%) | $0 |
5-Person Families | 3 (7.3%) | $0 |
6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
Total | 41 (100.0%) | $0 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mentasta Lake
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 12 (29.3%) | $0 |
1 Earner | 23 (56.1%) | $0 |
2 Earners | 3 (7.3%) | $0 |
3+ Earners | 3 (7.3%) | $0 |
Total | 41 (100.0%) | $0 |
Household Income in Mentasta Lake
Household Income Brackets in Mentasta Lake
With 20 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Mentasta Lake, accounting for 30.8% of all households.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 13 | 20.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 4 | 6.2% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 20 | 30.8% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 4 | 6.2% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 2 | 3.1% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 3 | 4.6% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 5 | 7.7% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 14 | 21.5% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mentasta Lake
The median household income in Mentasta Lake is $0, with the highest median household income of $23,269 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 22 households (33.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 6 households (9.2%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 6 (9.2%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 7 (10.8%) | $0 |
45 to 64 Years | 30 (46.2%) | $0 |
65+ Years | 22 (33.9%) | $23,269 |
Total | 65 (100.0%) | $0 |
Poverty in Mentasta Lake
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mentasta Lake
With 25.5% poverty level for males and 46.3% for females among the residents of Mentasta Lake, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9 males (100.0%) and 7 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 4 (40.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 3 (50.0%) | 6 (50.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 4 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 5 (23.8%) | 2 (40.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 25 (25.5%) | 31 (46.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mentasta Lake
According to the poverty statistics in Mentasta Lake, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 6 (60.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12 to 14 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 3 (50.0%) | 6 (50.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 4 (50.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 16 (76.2%) | 3 (60.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 17 (100.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Total | 73 (74.5%) | 36 (53.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mentasta Lake
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mentasta Lake
According to the poverty data in Mentasta Lake, 55.6% or 5 single-father households and 61.5% or 8 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (72.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 5 (100.0%) | 8 (72.7%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 5 (55.6%) | 8 (61.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mentasta Lake
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (81.2%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (59.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mentasta Lake
Employment by Class of Employer in Mentasta Lake
Among the 49 employed individuals in Mentasta Lake, local government employees (24 | 49.0%), self-employed (incorporated) (14 | 28.6%), and state government employees (6 | 12.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 5 | 10.2% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 14 | 28.6% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 0 | 0.0% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 0 | 0.0% |
Local Government Employees | 24 | 49.0% |
State Government Employees | 6 | 12.2% |
Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 49 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mentasta Lake
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 3 (25.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Years | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 59 Years | 5 (62.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 16 (88.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 49 (44.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mentasta Lake
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 38 (73.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College / Associate Degree | 3 (75.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 46 (75.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mentasta Lake
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mentasta Lake are Management (20 | 40.8%), Community & Social Service (11 | 22.5%), Education Instruction & Library (6 | 12.2%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (5 | 10.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 14 (70.0%) | 6 (30.0%) |
Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 25 (80.6%) | 6 (19.4%) |
Total (Overall) | 41 (83.7%) | 8 (16.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mentasta Lake are Personal Care & Service (5 | 10.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (4 | 8.2%), and Healthcare Support (2 | 4.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Personal Care & Service | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 9 (81.8%) | 2 (18.2%) |
Total (Overall) | 41 (83.7%) | 8 (16.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 41 (83.7%) | 8 (16.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mentasta Lake are , and Construction & Extraction (7 | 14.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 41 (83.7%) | 8 (16.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Transportation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Material Moving | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 41 (83.7%) | 8 (16.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mentasta Lake
Employment Industries in Mentasta Lake
The major employment industries in Mentasta Lake include Public Administration (15 | 30.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (14 | 28.6%), Educational Services (11 | 22.5%), and Construction (7 | 14.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mentasta Lake
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Manufacturing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Retail Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Educational Services | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public Administration | 9 (60.0%) | 6 (40.0%) |
Total | 41 (83.7%) | 8 (16.3%) |
Education in Mentasta Lake
School Enrollment in Mentasta Lake
The most common levels of schooling among the 45 students in Mentasta Lake are elementary school (17 | 37.8%), middle school (13 | 28.9%), and high school (6 | 13.3%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 5 | 11.1% |
Kindergarten | 4 | 8.9% |
Elementary School | 17 | 37.8% |
Middle School | 13 | 28.9% |
High School | 6 | 13.3% |
College / Undergraduate | 0 | 0.0% |
Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 45 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mentasta Lake
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mentasta Lake
, and education (9 | 100.0%) are the most common fields of study among 9 individuals in Mentasta Lake who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 0 | 0.0% |
Business | 0 | 0.0% |
Education | 9 | 100.0% |
Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
Arts & Humanities | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 9 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mentasta Lake
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mentasta Lake
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mentasta Lake are males with 1 vehicle (16, accounting for 39.0%) and females with 1 vehicle (5, making up 200.0%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 16 (39.0%) | 5 (62.5%) |
2 Vehicles | 11 (26.8%) | 3 (37.5%) |
3 Vehicles | 14 (34.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4 Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 41 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mentasta Lake
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mentasta Lake are less than 5 minutes (33 commuters, 67.3%), 5 to 9 minutes (9 commuters, 18.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (7 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 33 | 67.3% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 9 | 18.4% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 7 | 14.3% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mentasta Lake
The most common commute times in Mentasta Lake are less than 5 minutes (28 commuters, 68.3%) for males and less than 5 minutes (5 commuters, 62.5%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 28 (68.3%) | 5 (62.5%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 9 (22.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 4 (9.8%) | 3 (37.5%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mentasta Lake
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mentasta Lake are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (14, 34.2%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (3, 37.5%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 4 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 3 (7.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 5 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 14 (34.2%) | 2 (25.0%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 6 (14.6%) | 3 (37.5%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 5 (12.2%) | 3 (37.5%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 4 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 41 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mentasta Lake
Occupancy by Ownership in Mentasta Lake
Of the total 65 dwellings in Mentasta Lake, owner-occupied units account for 45 (69.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 20 (30.8%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 45 | 69.2% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 20 | 30.8% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 65 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mentasta Lake
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 24 | 36.9% |
2-Person Household | 25 | 38.5% |
3-Person Household | 8 | 12.3% |
4+ Person Household | 8 | 12.3% |
Total Housing Units | 65 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mentasta Lake
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 17 (70.8%) | 7 (29.2%) |
2-Person Household | 23 (92.0%) | 2 (8.0%) |
3-Person Household | 2 (25.0%) | 6 (75.0%) |
4+ Person Household | 3 (37.5%) | 5 (62.5%) |
Total Housing Units | 45 (69.2%) | 20 (30.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mentasta Lake
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 5 (38.5%) | 8 (61.5%) |
High School Diploma | 24 (66.7%) | 12 (33.3%) |
College/Associate Degree | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mentasta Lake
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 10 | 15.4% |
35 to 44 Years | 3 | 4.6% |
45 to 54 Years | 7 | 10.8% |
55 to 64 Years | 23 | 35.4% |
65 to 74 Years | 20 | 30.8% |
75 to 84 Years | 2 | 3.1% |
85 Years and Over | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 65 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mentasta Lake
Median Income by Occupancy in Mentasta Lake
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 45 (69.2%) | $0 |
Renter-Occupied | 20 (30.8%) | $0 |
Average | 65 (100.0%) | $0 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mentasta Lake
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 5 (11.1%) | 8 (40.0%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 4 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (35.0%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 13 (28.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 4 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (10.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (15.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 5 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 14 (31.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mentasta Lake
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 25 (55.6%) | 4 (20.0%) |
$300 to $499 | 7 (15.6%) | 14 (70.0%) |
$500 to $799 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $999 | 13 (28.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (10.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mentasta Lake
Housing Structures in Mentasta Lake
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 47 | 72.3% |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 4 | 6.1% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 11 | 16.9% |
10 or more Apartments | 3 | 4.6% |
Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 65 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mentasta Lake
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 45 (95.7%) | 2 (4.3%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (69.2%) | 20 (30.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mentasta Lake
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 18 (40.0%) | 6 (30.0%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 14 (31.1%) | 14 (70.0%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 13 (28.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
8 or more Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mentasta Lake
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Electricity | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (70.0%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 5 (11.1%) | 3 (15.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 40 (88.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (15.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mentasta Lake
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 4 (8.9%) | 15 (75.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 24 (53.3%) | 5 (25.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 3 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 14 (31.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mentasta Lake
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mentasta Lake
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 45 | 0 |
Median Property Value | - | - |
Median Household Income | - | - |
Monthly Housing Costs | - | - |
Real Estate Taxes | - | - |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mentasta Lake
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 9 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 4 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 18 (40.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 14 (31.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mentasta Lake
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 5 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 17 (37.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 4 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 5 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 14 (31.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mentasta Lake
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 5 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 8 (17.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4.0x or more | 32 (71.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mentasta Lake
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mentasta Lake
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mentasta Lake
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 9 (42.9%) | 12 (57.1%) |
6 to 18 Years | 30 (88.2%) | 4 (11.8%) |
19 to 25 Years | 15 (62.5%) | 9 (37.5%) |
26 to 34 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 14 (53.8%) | 12 (46.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 117 (70.9%) | 48 (29.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mentasta Lake
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 9 (42.9%) | 12 (57.1%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 30 (88.2%) | 4 (11.8%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 15 (62.5%) | 9 (37.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mentasta Lake
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 46 (60.5%) | 30 (39.5%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 12 (85.7%) | 2 (14.3%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 19 (73.1%) | 7 (26.9%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 17 (65.4%) | 9 (34.6%) |
$100,000 and over | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mentasta Lake
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 9 (42.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 30 (88.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
19 to 25 Years | 12 (50.0%) | 3 (12.5%) |
25 to 34 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (53.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 29 (100.0%) | 22 (75.9%) |
75 Years and over | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 100 (60.6%) | 39 (23.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mentasta Lake
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 10 (37.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (27.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 17 (100.0%) | 3 (25.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mentasta Lake
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (27.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 4 (23.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 4 (14.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (18.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (25.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 10 (37.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (18.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (25.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (27.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 13 (76.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (18.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Mentasta Lake
Computing Device Access in Mentasta Lake
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 23 | 35.4% |
Smartphone | 34 | 52.3% |
Tablet | 30 | 46.2% |
No Computing Device | 18 | 27.7% |
Total | 65 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mentasta Lake
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
Broadband Home | 38 | 58.5% |
Cellular Data Only | 2 | 3.1% |
Satellite Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
No Internet | 25 | 38.5% |
Total | 65 | 100.0% |
Mentasta Lake Summary
Mentasta Lake is a small unincorporated community located in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area of Alaska. It is situated on the south shore of Mentasta Lake, approximately 40 miles east of Tok, Alaska. The community is home to the Mentasta Traditional Council, a federally recognized tribe of the Ahtna Athabascan people.
History
The Mentasta Lake area has been inhabited by the Ahtna Athabascan people for thousands of years. The Ahtna people have a rich cultural history and have traditionally relied on the land for subsistence activities such as hunting, fishing, and gathering.
The first non-Native settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s. These settlers were primarily miners and trappers who were drawn to the area by the promise of gold and fur. The first post office in the area was established in 1901.
In the early 1900s, the U.S. Army established a military post at Mentasta Lake. This post was used to protect the area from Native uprisings and to provide a base of operations for the U.S. Army during World War I.
In the 1950s, the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) was passed, which allowed for the formation of Native corporations. The Mentasta Traditional Council was formed in 1971 and was granted ownership of the land surrounding Mentasta Lake.
Geography
Mentasta Lake is located in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area of Alaska. It is situated on the south shore of Mentasta Lake, approximately 40 miles east of Tok, Alaska. The community is located in a remote area of Alaska and is accessible only by air or by boat.
The area surrounding Mentasta Lake is mountainous and heavily forested. The lake itself is approximately 10 miles long and is fed by several small streams. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including Arctic grayling, lake trout, and whitefish.
Economy
The economy of Mentasta Lake is largely based on subsistence activities such as hunting, fishing, and gathering. The Mentasta Traditional Council also operates a small store in the community, which provides basic supplies to residents.
The Mentasta Traditional Council also operates a fish hatchery, which raises and releases Arctic grayling into the lake. This hatchery provides employment opportunities for local residents and helps to maintain the health of the lake’s fish population.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Mentasta Lake was 97. The majority of the population is Native American, with the Ahtna Athabascan people making up the majority of the population.
The median household income in Mentasta Lake is $25,000, which is significantly lower than the median household income for the state of Alaska. The poverty rate in Mentasta Lake is also higher than the state average, with approximately 25% of the population living below the poverty line.
Conclusion
Mentasta Lake is a small unincorporated community located in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area of Alaska. It is home to the Mentasta Traditional Council, a federally recognized tribe of the Ahtna Athabascan people. The economy of Mentasta Lake is largely based on subsistence activities such as hunting, fishing, and gathering. The population of Mentasta Lake is 97, with the majority of the population being Native American. The median household income in Mentasta Lake is significantly lower than the state average, and the poverty rate is higher than the state average.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mentasta Lake?
Total Population of Mentasta Lake is 165.
What is the Total Male Population of Mentasta Lake?
Total Male Population of Mentasta Lake is 98.
What is the Total Female Population of Mentasta Lake?
Total Female Population of Mentasta Lake is 67.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mentasta Lake?
There are 146.27 Males per 100 Females in Mentasta Lake.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mentasta Lake?
There are 68.37 Females per 100 Males in Mentasta Lake.
What is the Median Population Age in Mentasta Lake?
Median Population Age in Mentasta Lake is 26.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mentasta Lake
Average Family Size in Mentasta Lake is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mentasta Lake
Average Household Size in Mentasta Lake is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mentasta Lake?
Per Capita income in Mentasta Lake is $20,080.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mentasta Lake?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mentasta Lake is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mentasta Lake?
There are 49 People in the Labor Forcein in Mentasta Lake.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mentasta Lake?
44.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Mentasta Lake.