Gulkana, AK

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Gulkana Overview

69
TOTAL POPULATION
36
MALE POPULATION
33
FEMALE POPULATION
109.09
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.67
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.1
MEDIAN AGE
4.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,833
PER CAPITA INCOME
$111,563
AVG FAMILY INCOME
26.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.31
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
42
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
73.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
21.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Gulkana

The most populous races in Gulkana are Native / Alaskan (57 | 82.6%), and White / Caucasian (12 | 17.4%).
Race in Gulkana
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan5782.6%
White / Caucasian1217.4%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total69100.0%

Ancestry in Gulkana

The most populous ancestries reported in Gulkana are Alaskan Athabascan (42 | 60.9%), Inupiat (15 | 21.7%), and European (6 | 8.7%), together accounting for 91.3% of all Gulkana residents.
Ancestry in Gulkana
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaskan Athabascan4260.9%
European68.7%
Inupiat1521.7%
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Immigrants in Gulkana

Immigrants in Gulkana
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Gulkana

Sex and Age in Gulkana

The most populous age groups in Gulkana are 45 to 49 Years (12 | 33.3%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (8 | 24.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Gulkana
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)8 (24.2%)
15 to 19 Years4 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)6 (18.2%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years4 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years12 (33.3%)4 (12.1%)
50 to 54 Years2 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years3 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (6.1%)
65 to 69 Years5 (13.9%)6 (18.2%)
70 to 74 Years6 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)7 (21.2%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Gulkana

Median Family Size in Gulkana

Median Family Size in Gulkana
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4 (44.4%)5.25
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother5 (55.6%)4.20
Total Families9 (100.0%)4.67

Median Household Size in Gulkana

Median Household Size in Gulkana
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4 (12.1%)5.25
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother5 (15.1%)4.20
Non-family24 (72.7%)1.13
Total Households33 (100.0%)2.09

Household Size by Marriage Status in Gulkana

Out of a total of 33 households in Gulkana, 9 (27.3%) are family households, while 24 (72.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 4, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 18.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gulkana
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-18 (54.5%)
2-Person Households2 (6.1%)6 (18.2%)
3-Person Households3 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households4 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (27.3%)24 (72.7%)

Female Fertility in Gulkana

Fertility by Age in Gulkana

Female Fertility by Age in Gulkana
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gulkana

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gulkana
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Gulkana

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Gulkana
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gulkana

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gulkana
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Gulkana

Income Overview in Gulkana

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income69$34,833
Median Family Income9$111,563
Mean Family Income9$94,889
Median Household Income33$0
Mean Household Income33$68,018
Income Deficit9$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6926.87%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6973.13¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index690.31

Earnings by Sex in Gulkana

Average Earnings in Gulkana are $47,500, $40,833 for men and $55,833 for women, a difference of 26.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Gulkana
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male26 (61.9%)$40,833
Female16 (38.1%)$55,833
Total42 (100.0%)$47,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gulkana

The most common earnings brackets in Gulkana are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (9 | 34.6%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (6 | 37.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gulkana
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4991 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4996 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9995 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9993 (11.5%)6 (37.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9999 (34.6%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)6 (37.5%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (7.7%)4 (25.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gulkana

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gulkana
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,833$55,833

Family Income in Gulkana

Family Income Brackets in Gulkana

According to the Gulkana family income data, there are 7 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 77.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Gulkana
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999222.2%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,999777.8%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gulkana

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gulkana
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2 (22.2%)$0
3-Person Families3 (33.3%)$0
4-Person Families4 (44.4%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total9 (100.0%)$111,563

Family Income by Number of Earners in Gulkana

Family Income by Number of Earners in Gulkana
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2 (22.2%)$0
1 Earner0 (0.0%)$0
2 Earners4 (44.4%)$0
3+ Earners3 (33.3%)$0
Total9 (100.0%)$111,563

Household Income in Gulkana

Household Income Brackets in Gulkana

With 13 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Gulkana, accounting for 39.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Gulkana
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99913.0%
$15,000 to $24,99939.1%
$25,000 to $34,999824.2%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,999618.2%
$75,000 to $99,99926.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991339.4%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Gulkana

The median household income in Gulkana is $0, with the highest median household income of $90,625 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 11 households (33.3%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Gulkana
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years7 (21.2%)$0
45 to 64 Years11 (33.3%)$90,625
65+ Years15 (45.5%)$0
Total33 (100.0%)$0

Poverty in Gulkana

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gulkana

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gulkana
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gulkana

According to the poverty statistics in Gulkana, males aged 15 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gulkana
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
15 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years3 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years14 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years3 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total35 (97.2%)33 (100.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gulkana

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gulkana
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gulkana

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gulkana
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gulkana

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gulkana
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Gulkana

Employment by Class of Employer in Gulkana

Among the 33 employed individuals in Gulkana, not-for-profit organizations (9 | 27.3%), private company employees (8 | 24.2%), and local government employees (7 | 21.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Gulkana
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees824.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations927.3%
Local Government Employees721.2%
State Government Employees618.2%
Federal Government Employees39.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total33100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Gulkana

According to the labor force statistics for Gulkana, out of the total population over 16 years of age (57), 73.7% or 42 individuals are in the labor force, with 21.4% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 6 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 44.4% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Gulkana
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years4 (100.0%)1 (25.0%)
45 to 54 Years18 (100.0%)8 (44.4%)
55 to 59 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (64.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (73.7%)9 (21.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gulkana

According to labor force statistics for Gulkana, 93.9% of individuals (31) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (33) are in the labor force, with 29.0% or 9 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 100.0% or 18 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 50.0% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gulkana
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma18 (100.0%)9 (50.0%)
College / Associate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (93.9%)10 (29.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Gulkana

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gulkana are Computers, Engineering & Science (6 | 18.2%), Life, Physical & Social Science (6 | 18.2%), and Management (4 | 12.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Gulkana

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Gulkana
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Gulkana are Food Preparation & Serving (8 | 24.2%), and Healthcare Support (3 | 9.1%).
Services Occupations in Gulkana

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Gulkana
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving5 (62.5%)3 (37.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
Total (Overall)17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gulkana are , and Office & Administration (6 | 18.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Gulkana

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Gulkana
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Total (Category)3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Gulkana

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Gulkana
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gulkana are , and Production (6 | 18.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Gulkana

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Gulkana
OccupationMaleFemale
Production6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Gulkana

Employment Industries in Gulkana

The major employment industries in Gulkana include Public Administration (16 | 48.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (8 | 24.2%), Utilities (6 | 18.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (3 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries in Gulkana

Employment Industries by Sex in Gulkana

The Gulkana industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (62.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Public Administration (81.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (37.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gulkana
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services5 (62.5%)3 (37.5%)
Public Administration3 (18.8%)13 (81.2%)
Total17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)

Education in Gulkana

School Enrollment in Gulkana

The most common levels of schooling among the 12 students in Gulkana are middle school (8 | 66.7%), and high school (4 | 33.3%).
School Enrollment in Gulkana
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School866.7%
High School433.3%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total12100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gulkana

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gulkana
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gulkana

Business (7 | 53.8%), and bio, nature & agricultural (6 | 46.2%) are the most common fields of study among 13 individuals in Gulkana who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gulkana
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural646.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business753.8%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total13100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Gulkana

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gulkana

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gulkana are males with no vehicle (9, accounting for 52.9%) and females with no vehicle (3, making up 56.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gulkana
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle9 (52.9%)3 (18.8%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles5 (29.4%)7 (43.8%)
3 Vehicles3 (17.6%)6 (37.5%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Gulkana

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gulkana are 5 to 9 minutes (12 commuters, 36.4%), less than 5 minutes (9 commuters, 27.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (9 commuters, 27.3%).
Commute Time in Gulkana
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes927.3%
5 to 9 Minutes1236.4%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes39.1%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes927.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Gulkana

The most common commute times in Gulkana are less than 5 minutes (6 commuters, 35.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (7 commuters, 43.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Gulkana
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes6 (35.3%)3 (18.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes5 (29.4%)7 (43.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes3 (17.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes3 (17.6%)6 (37.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gulkana

The most frequent times of departure to work in Gulkana are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (6, 35.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (6, 37.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gulkana
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (18.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM5 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM6 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (37.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (25.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (18.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM6 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Gulkana

Occupancy by Ownership in Gulkana

Of the total 33 dwellings in Gulkana, owner-occupied units account for 13 (39.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 20 (60.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Gulkana
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1339.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2060.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units33100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Gulkana

Occupancy by Household Size in Gulkana
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1854.5%
2-Person Household824.2%
3-Person Household39.1%
4+ Person Household412.1%
Total Housing Units33100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gulkana

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gulkana
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household4 (22.2%)14 (77.8%)
2-Person Household2 (25.0%)6 (75.0%)
3-Person Household3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units13 (39.4%)20 (60.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gulkana

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gulkana
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
High School Diploma1 (16.7%)5 (83.3%)
College/Associate Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gulkana

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gulkana
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years618.2%
35 to 44 Years13.0%
45 to 54 Years618.2%
55 to 64 Years515.1%
65 to 74 Years1236.4%
75 to 84 Years39.1%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total33100.0%

Housing Finances in Gulkana

Median Income by Occupancy in Gulkana

Median Income by Occupancy in Gulkana
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied13 (39.4%)$0
Renter-Occupied20 (60.6%)$0
Average33 (100.0%)$0

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gulkana

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gulkana
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9991 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)3 (15.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (15.4%)6 (30.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9993 (23.1%)3 (15.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)2 (10.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9997 (53.8%)6 (30.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gulkana

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gulkana
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4994 (30.8%)3 (15.0%)
$500 to $7995 (38.5%)9 (45.0%)
$800 to $9993 (23.1%)2 (10.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4990 (0.0%)6 (30.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Gulkana

Housing Structures in Gulkana

Housing Structures in Gulkana
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1957.6%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments1133.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other39.1%
Total33100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gulkana

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gulkana
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached10 (52.6%)9 (47.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (39.4%)20 (60.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gulkana

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gulkana
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)8 (40.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms13 (100.0%)12 (60.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gulkana

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gulkana
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)6 (30.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene10 (76.9%)11 (55.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)3 (15.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Gulkana

Household Vehicle Usage in Gulkana
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle4 (30.8%)9 (45.0%)
1 Vehicle2 (15.4%)5 (25.0%)
2 Vehicles7 (53.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)6 (30.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Gulkana

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gulkana

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units94
Median Property Value$104,200$0
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$570$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gulkana

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gulkana
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9994 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9993 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9992 (22.2%)4 (100.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gulkana

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gulkana
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9991 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9993 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9993 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gulkana

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gulkana
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x6 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more3 (33.3%)4 (100.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gulkana

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gulkana
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Gulkana

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gulkana

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gulkana
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years3 (75.0%)1 (25.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (11.1%)16 (88.9%)
55 to 64 Years3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (72.5%)19 (27.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gulkana

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gulkana
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gulkana

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gulkana
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0003 (75.0%)1 (25.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99910 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9996 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over29 (64.4%)16 (35.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gulkana

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gulkana
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)3 (75.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (60.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (52.9%)8 (47.1%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (43.5%)20 (29.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gulkana

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gulkana
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (54.5%)3 (50.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gulkana

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Gulkana: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Gulkana: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Gulkana: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Gulkana: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (54.5%)3 (50.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Gulkana: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)

Technology Access in Gulkana

Computing Device Access in Gulkana

Computing Device Access in Gulkana
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1545.5%
Smartphone2163.6%
Tablet824.2%
No Computing Device927.3%
Total33100.0%

Internet Access in Gulkana

Internet Access in Gulkana
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home515.1%
Cellular Data Only1442.4%
Satellite Internet412.1%
No Internet1442.4%
Total33100.0%

Gulkana Summary

Gulkana, Alaska is a small unincorporated community located in the Copper River Valley of the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve in the U.S. state of Alaska. It is located at the confluence of the Gulkana and Copper Rivers, approximately 100 miles east of Anchorage. The population of Gulkana was estimated to be around 50 people in 2020.

History

Gulkana was first settled by the Ahtna Athabascan people, who have lived in the area for thousands of years. The first recorded European contact with the area was in 1885, when a prospector named John J. Healy discovered gold in the area. Healy and his partners established a mining camp at the confluence of the Gulkana and Copper Rivers, which they named Gulkana.
The town was officially established in 1902, when the Alaska Road Commission built a road from Gulkana to the nearby town of Chitina. The road was used to transport supplies and equipment to the mines in the area. In the early 1900s, Gulkana was a bustling mining town, with a population of over 500 people.
The town began to decline in the 1920s, as the gold mines in the area began to play out. By the 1940s, the population had dropped to around 50 people. In the 1950s, the Alaska Road Commission built a new road from Gulkana to the nearby town of Glennallen, which helped to revive the town.

Geography

Gulkana is located in the Copper River Valley of the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve in the U.S. state of Alaska. It is located at the confluence of the Gulkana and Copper Rivers, approximately 100 miles east of Anchorage. The town is surrounded by mountains, including the Wrangell Mountains to the east and the Chugach Mountains to the west.
The climate in Gulkana is subarctic, with cold winters and mild summers. The average temperature in January is -7°F (-22°C), and the average temperature in July is 57°F (14°C). The average annual precipitation is 16 inches (41 cm).

Economy

The economy of Gulkana is largely based on tourism and subsistence activities. The town is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, such as fishing, hunting, and camping. The nearby Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is a popular destination for visitors, and the town is also home to several lodges and cabins.
Subsistence activities are also important to the local economy. Many residents of Gulkana rely on subsistence hunting and fishing for their livelihood. The nearby Copper River is a popular destination for subsistence fishing, and the surrounding mountains are home to a variety of wildlife, including moose, caribou, and bear.

Demographics

The population of Gulkana was estimated to be around 50 people in 2020. The majority of the population is of Native American descent, primarily Ahtna Athabascan. The town is also home to a small number of non-Native residents.
The median household income in Gulkana is $45,000, and the median home value is $150,000. The unemployment rate is around 10%, and the poverty rate is around 20%. The town is served by the Gulkana School District, which includes a K-12 school.

Conclusion

Gulkana, Alaska is a small unincorporated community located in the Copper River Valley of the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve in the U.S. state of Alaska. It is located at the confluence of the Gulkana and Copper Rivers, approximately 100 miles east of Anchorage. The population of Gulkana was estimated to be around 50 people in 2020. The economy of Gulkana is largely based on tourism and subsistence activities, and the majority of the population is of Native American descent. The median household income in Gulkana is $45,000, and the median home value is $150,000. The town is served by the Gulkana School District, which includes a K-12 school.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Gulkana?
Total Population of Gulkana is 69.
What is the Total Male Population of Gulkana?
Total Male Population of Gulkana is 36.
What is the Total Female Population of Gulkana?
Total Female Population of Gulkana is 33.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gulkana?
There are 109.09 Males per 100 Females in Gulkana.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gulkana?
There are 91.67 Females per 100 Males in Gulkana.
What is the Median Population Age in Gulkana?
Median Population Age in Gulkana is 47.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gulkana
Average Family Size in Gulkana is 4.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gulkana
Average Household Size in Gulkana is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Gulkana?
Per Capita income in Gulkana is $34,833.
What is the Median Family Income in Gulkana?
Median Family Income in Gulkana is $111,563.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gulkana?
Income or Wage Gap in Gulkana is 26.9%.
Women in Gulkana earn 73.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gulkana?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gulkana is 0.31.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gulkana?
There are 42 People in the Labor Forcein in Gulkana.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gulkana?
73.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Gulkana.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gulkana?
Unemployment Rate in Gulkana is 21.4%.