Metlakatla, AK

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Metlakatla Overview

1,437
TOTAL POPULATION
798
MALE POPULATION
639
FEMALE POPULATION
124.88
MALES / 100 FEMALES
80.08
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,379
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,556
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$78,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
14.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
85.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
684
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Metlakatla Zip Codes

Metlakatla Area Codes

Race in Metlakatla

The most populous races in Metlakatla are Native / Alaskan (1,232 | 85.7%), White / Caucasian (108 | 7.5%), and Two or more Races (68 | 4.7%).
Race in Metlakatla
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American50.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific171.2%
Hispanic or Latino543.8%
Native / Alaskan1,23285.7%
White / Caucasian1087.5%
Two or more Races684.7%
Some other Race70.5%
Total1,437100.0%

Ancestry in Metlakatla

The most populous ancestries reported in Metlakatla are Tsimshian (1,090 | 75.8%), Tlingit-Haida (147 | 10.2%), Alaska Native (130 | 9.0%), Mexican (49 | 3.4%), and English (48 | 3.3%), together accounting for 101.9% of all Metlakatla residents.
Ancestry in Metlakatla
Ancestry# Population% Population
African50.4%
Alaska Native1309.0%
Aleut40.3%
Blackfeet50.4%
Canadian130.9%
Cherokee60.4%
Czech40.3%
English483.3%
European181.3%
French American Indian50.4%
German221.5%
Irish211.5%
Italian50.4%
Korean161.1%
Mexican493.4%
Native Hawaiian110.8%
Navajo30.2%
Northern European40.3%
Norwegian50.4%
Pueblo50.4%
Samoan130.9%
Scotch-Irish110.8%
Scottish141.0%
South American50.4%
Subsaharan African50.4%
Tlingit-Haida14710.2%
Tsimshian1,09075.8%
Yup'ik241.7%
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Immigrants in Metlakatla

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Metlakatla came from Canada (9 | 0.6%), Oceania (6 | 0.4%), Africa (5 | 0.4%), Eastern Africa (5 | 0.4%), and Kenya (5 | 0.4%), together accounting for 2.1% of all Metlakatla residents.
Immigrants in Metlakatla
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa50.4%
Canada90.6%
Eastern Africa50.4%
Kenya50.4%
Oceania60.4%
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Sex and Age in Metlakatla

Sex and Age in Metlakatla

The most populous age groups in Metlakatla are 55 to 59 Years (83 | 10.4%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (62 | 9.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Metlakatla
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years39 (4.9%)26 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years49 (6.1%)51 (8.0%)
10 to 14 Years64 (8.0%)62 (9.7%)
15 to 19 Years54 (6.8%)51 (8.0%)
20 to 24 Years37 (4.6%)41 (6.4%)
25 to 29 Years55 (6.9%)28 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Years50 (6.3%)40 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Years56 (7.0%)34 (5.3%)
40 to 44 Years61 (7.6%)23 (3.6%)
45 to 49 Years27 (3.4%)43 (6.7%)
50 to 54 Years54 (6.8%)33 (5.2%)
55 to 59 Years83 (10.4%)56 (8.8%)
60 to 64 Years50 (6.3%)44 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years48 (6.0%)41 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years51 (6.4%)18 (2.8%)
75 to 79 Years4 (0.5%)31 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years14 (1.8%)7 (1.1%)
85 Years and over2 (0.3%)10 (1.6%)
Total798 (100.0%)639 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Metlakatla

Median Family Size in Metlakatla

The median family size in Metlakatla is 3.50 persons per family, with single female/mother families (50 | 14.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.74 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (48 | 13.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.10 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Metlakatla
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple256 (72.3%)3.52
Single Male/Father48 (13.6%)3.10
Single Female/Mother50 (14.1%)3.74
Total Families354 (100.0%)3.50

Median Household Size in Metlakatla

The median household size in Metlakatla is 3.23 persons per household, with single female/mother households (50 | 11.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.84 persons per household. non-family households (89 | 20.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.56 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Metlakatla
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple256 (57.8%)3.64
Single Male/Father48 (10.8%)3.50
Single Female/Mother50 (11.3%)3.84
Non-family89 (20.1%)1.56
Total Households443 (100.0%)3.23

Household Size by Marriage Status in Metlakatla

Out of a total of 443 households in Metlakatla, 354 (79.9%) are family households, while 89 (20.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 133, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 62.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Metlakatla
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-62 (14.0%)
2-Person Households133 (30.0%)27 (6.1%)
3-Person Households72 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households49 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households48 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households25 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households27 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total354 (79.9%)89 (20.1%)

Female Fertility in Metlakatla

Fertility by Age in Metlakatla

Average fertility rate in Metlakatla is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 55.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Metlakatla
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years5 (55.6%)46.0
35 to 50 years4 (44.4%)40.0
Total9 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Metlakatla

44.4% of women with births (9) in Metlakatla are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Metlakatla
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)

Fertility by Education in Metlakatla

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Metlakatla
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma5 (55.6%)63.0
College or Associate's Degree4 (44.4%)49.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total9 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Metlakatla

55.6% of women with births in Metlakatla are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Metlakatla
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)

Income in Metlakatla

Income Overview in Metlakatla

Per Capita Income in Metlakatla is $29,379, while median incomes of families and households are $95,556 and $78,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,437$29,379
Median Family Income354$95,556
Mean Family Income354$96,198
Median Household Income443$78,750
Mean Household Income443$86,483
Income Deficit354$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,43714.95%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,43785.05¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,4370.37

Earnings by Sex in Metlakatla

Average Earnings in Metlakatla are $36,378, $34,375 for men and $40,417 for women, a difference of 14.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Metlakatla
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male428 (57.5%)$34,375
Female317 (42.5%)$40,417
Total745 (100.0%)$36,378

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Metlakatla

The most common earnings brackets in Metlakatla are $2,499 or less for men (47 | 11.0%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (61 | 19.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Metlakatla
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less47 (11.0%)17 (5.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99918 (4.2%)9 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49910 (2.3%)7 (2.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99921 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49911 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99942 (9.8%)7 (2.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4995 (1.2%)4 (1.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9995 (1.2%)12 (3.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (0.9%)17 (5.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (3.7%)30 (9.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99923 (5.4%)18 (5.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99916 (3.7%)12 (3.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99923 (5.4%)25 (7.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99936 (8.4%)20 (6.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99912 (2.8%)32 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99920 (4.7%)6 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99921 (4.9%)61 (19.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99929 (6.8%)3 (0.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99940 (9.3%)28 (8.8%)
$100,000+29 (6.8%)9 (2.8%)
Total428 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Metlakatla

Average earnings in Metlakatla are $36,685 for men and $45,667 for women, a difference of 19.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $45,000, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $23,182. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $81,094, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $34,000.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Metlakatla
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$35,972$0
High School Diploma$23,182$34,000
College or Associate's Degree$45,000$43,125
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,685$45,667

Family Income in Metlakatla

Family Income Brackets in Metlakatla

According to the Metlakatla family income data, there are 96 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Metlakatla
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000102.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999185.1%
$25,000 to $34,9993710.5%
$35,000 to $49,999267.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994713.3%
$75,000 to $99,9996418.1%
$100,000 to $149,9999627.1%
$150,000 to $199,9993810.7%
$200,000+185.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Metlakatla

5-person families (54 | 15.2%) account for the highest median family income in Metlakatla with $136,500 per family, while 2-person families (143 | 40.4%) have the highest median income of $48,920 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Metlakatla
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families143 (40.4%)$97,841
3-Person Families72 (20.3%)$59,000
4-Person Families45 (12.7%)$91,375
5-Person Families54 (15.2%)$136,500
6-Person Families25 (7.1%)$120,536
7+ Person Families15 (4.2%)$0
Total354 (100.0%)$95,556

Family Income by Number of Earners in Metlakatla

The median family income in Metlakatla is $95,556, with families comprising 2 earners (166) having the highest median family income of $123,750, while families with no earners (39) have the lowest median family income of $26,250, accounting for 46.9% and 11.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Metlakatla
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners39 (11.0%)$26,250
1 Earner101 (28.5%)$54,219
2 Earners166 (46.9%)$123,750
3+ Earners48 (13.6%)$106,250
Total354 (100.0%)$95,556

Household Income in Metlakatla

Household Income Brackets in Metlakatla

With 103 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Metlakatla, accounting for 23.3% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (1.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Metlakatla
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000102.3%
$10,000 to $14,99961.4%
$15,000 to $24,9994510.2%
$25,000 to $34,9994810.8%
$35,000 to $49,999368.1%
$50,000 to $74,9996414.4%
$75,000 to $99,9997516.9%
$100,000 to $149,99910323.3%
$150,000 to $199,999388.6%
$200,000+184.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Metlakatla

The median household income in Metlakatla is $78,750, with the highest median household income of $112,917 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 115 households (26.0%) 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 7 households (1.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Metlakatla
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years7 (1.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years115 (26.0%)$112,917
45 to 64 Years200 (45.2%)$88,750
65+ Years121 (27.3%)$47,813
Total443 (100.0%)$78,750

Poverty in Metlakatla

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Metlakatla

With 16.3% poverty level for males and 12.5% for females among the residents of Metlakatla, 15 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (100.0%) and 25 females (32.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Metlakatla
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (5.9%)4 (8.7%)
12 to 14 Years13 (36.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years19 (43.2%)12 (16.7%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (5.9%)
35 to 44 Years18 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years10 (12.5%)25 (32.9%)
55 to 64 Years36 (27.1%)15 (15.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (6.1%)7 (11.9%)
75 Years and over8 (40.0%)11 (22.9%)
Total130 (16.3%)78 (12.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Metlakatla

According to the poverty statistics in Metlakatla, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Metlakatla
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (89.7%)26 (100.0%)
5 Years9 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years64 (94.1%)42 (91.3%)
12 to 14 Years23 (63.9%)35 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years35 (83.3%)6 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years25 (56.8%)60 (83.3%)
25 to 34 Years105 (100.0%)64 (94.1%)
35 to 44 Years99 (84.6%)57 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years70 (87.5%)51 (67.1%)
55 to 64 Years97 (72.9%)85 (85.0%)
65 to 74 Years93 (93.9%)52 (88.1%)
75 Years and over12 (60.0%)37 (77.1%)
Total667 (83.7%)544 (87.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Metlakatla

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Metlakatla show that 10.2% or 26 of the total 256 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 22.6%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Metlakatla
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children120 (90.9%)12 (9.1%)
1 or 2 Children48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)
3 or 4 Children62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total230 (89.8%)26 (10.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Metlakatla

According to the poverty data in Metlakatla, 12.5% or 6 single-father households and 8.0% or 4 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (31.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Metlakatla
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children6 (31.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (12.5%)4 (8.0%)

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

The poverty data for Metlakatla shows that 26 of the married-couple family households (10.2%) and 10 of the single-parent households (10.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (22.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (36.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Metlakatla
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (9.1%)6 (15.4%)
1 or 2 Children14 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (36.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (10.2%)10 (10.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Metlakatla

Employment by Class of Employer in Metlakatla

Among the 569 employed individuals in Metlakatla, local government employees (272 | 47.8%), not-for-profit organizations (79 | 13.9%), and private company employees (75 | 13.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Metlakatla
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7513.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)407.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations7913.9%
Local Government Employees27247.8%
State Government Employees335.8%
Federal Government Employees6711.8%
Unpaid Family Workers30.5%
Total569100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Metlakatla

According to the labor force statistics for Metlakatla, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,127), 60.7% or 684 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.0% or 82 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 83 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 37.5% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Metlakatla
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years26 (30.2%)4 (15.4%)
20 to 24 Years48 (61.5%)18 (37.5%)
25 to 29 Years83 (100.0%)8 (9.6%)
30 to 34 Years84 (93.3%)31 (36.9%)
35 to 44 Years151 (86.8%)16 (10.6%)
45 to 54 Years98 (62.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years114 (82.0%)5 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years48 (51.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total684 (60.7%)82 (12.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Metlakatla

According to labor force statistics for Metlakatla, 78.4% of individuals (578) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (737) are in the labor force, with 10.4% or 60 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.0% or 67 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.7% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Metlakatla
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School37 (67.3%)16 (29.7%)
High School Diploma172 (69.1%)54 (21.5%)
College / Associate Degree302 (84.8%)14 (4.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher67 (87.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total578 (78.4%)77 (10.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Metlakatla

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Metlakatla are Community & Social Service (145 | 24.1%), Education Instruction & Library (108 | 17.9%), Management (52 | 8.6%), Education, Arts & Media (37 | 6.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (20 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Metlakatla

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Metlakatla, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Management (48.1%), and Health Technologists (42.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (70.0%), and Business & Financial (68.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Metlakatla
OccupationMaleFemale
Management25 (48.1%)27 (51.9%)
Business & Financial5 (31.2%)11 (68.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 50 (34.5%)95 (65.5%)
Education, Arts & Media12 (32.4%)25 (67.6%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library38 (35.2%)70 (64.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6 (30.0%)14 (70.0%)
Health Technologists6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
Total (Category)90 (36.9%)154 (63.1%)
Total (Overall)349 (58.0%)253 (42.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Metlakatla are Cleaning & Maintenance (32 | 5.3%), Security & Protection (22 | 3.6%), Law Enforcement (22 | 3.6%), Personal Care & Service (17 | 2.8%), and Healthcare Support (11 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Metlakatla

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Metlakatla, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (87.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (54.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Metlakatla
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Security & Protection22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance28 (87.5%)4 (12.5%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total (Category)55 (60.4%)36 (39.6%)
Total (Overall)349 (58.0%)253 (42.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Metlakatla are Office & Administration (78 | 13.0%), and Sales & Related (20 | 3.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Metlakatla

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Metlakatla
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related11 (55.0%)9 (45.0%)
Office & Administration29 (37.2%)49 (62.8%)
Total (Category)40 (40.8%)58 (59.2%)
Total (Overall)349 (58.0%)253 (42.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Metlakatla are Construction & Extraction (44 | 7.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (32 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (21 | 3.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Metlakatla

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Metlakatla
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)349 (58.0%)253 (42.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Metlakatla are Transportation (47 | 7.8%), Material Moving (14 | 2.3%), and Production (11 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Metlakatla

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Metlakatla
OccupationMaleFemale
Production11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation42 (89.4%)5 (10.6%)
Material Moving14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)67 (93.1%)5 (6.9%)
Total (Overall)349 (58.0%)253 (42.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Metlakatla

Employment Industries in Metlakatla

The major employment industries in Metlakatla include Health Care & Social Assistance (141 | 23.4%), Public Administration (132 | 21.9%), Educational Services (104 | 17.3%), Retail Trade (38 | 6.3%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (35 | 5.8%).
Employment Industries in Metlakatla

Employment Industries by Sex in Metlakatla

The Metlakatla industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (84.6%), Transportation & Warehousing (57.1%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (53.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Metlakatla
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade29 (76.3%)9 (23.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
Utilities24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing29 (82.9%)6 (17.1%)
Professional & Scientific4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support14 (58.3%)10 (41.7%)
Educational Services16 (15.4%)88 (84.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance65 (46.1%)76 (53.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration76 (57.6%)56 (42.4%)
Total349 (58.0%)253 (42.0%)

Education in Metlakatla

School Enrollment in Metlakatla

The most common levels of schooling among the 382 students in Metlakatla are middle school (102 | 26.7%), high school (94 | 24.6%), and elementary school (78 | 20.4%).
School Enrollment in Metlakatla
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4211.0%
Kindergarten112.9%
Elementary School7820.4%
Middle School10226.7%
High School9424.6%
College / Undergraduate4612.0%
Graduate / Professional92.4%
Total382100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Metlakatla

Out of a total of 382 students who are enrolled in schools in Metlakatla, 16 (4.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 366 (95.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 26 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Metlakatla
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds64 (95.5%)3 (4.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds10 (66.7%)5 (33.3%)
35 Years and over32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total366 (95.8%)16 (4.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Metlakatla

Education (44 | 40.7%), literature & languages (16 | 14.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (14 | 13.0%), social sciences (6 | 5.6%), and science & technology (6 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 108 individuals in Metlakatla who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Metlakatla
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics43.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1413.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences65.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology65.6%
Business43.7%
Education4440.7%
Literature & Languages1614.8%
Liberal Arts & History43.7%
Visual & Performing Arts54.6%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities54.6%
Total108100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Metlakatla

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Metlakatla

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Metlakatla are males with 2 vehicles (163, accounting for 50.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (119, making up 67.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Metlakatla
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (1.6%)8 (3.3%)
1 Vehicle111 (34.6%)69 (28.4%)
2 Vehicles163 (50.8%)119 (49.0%)
3 Vehicles27 (8.4%)29 (11.9%)
4 Vehicles10 (3.1%)15 (6.2%)
5 or more Vehicles5 (1.6%)3 (1.2%)
Total321 (100.0%)243 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Metlakatla

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Metlakatla are 5 to 9 minutes (256 commuters, 46.4%), less than 5 minutes (241 commuters, 43.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (34 commuters, 6.2%).
Commute Time in Metlakatla
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes24143.7%
5 to 9 Minutes25646.4%
10 to 14 Minutes346.2%
15 to 19 Minutes162.9%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes50.9%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Metlakatla

The most common commute times in Metlakatla are 5 to 9 minutes (152 commuters, 48.6%) for males and less than 5 minutes (121 commuters, 50.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Metlakatla
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes120 (38.3%)121 (50.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes152 (48.6%)104 (43.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes25 (8.0%)9 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes16 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)5 (2.1%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Metlakatla

The most frequent times of departure to work in Metlakatla are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (83, 26.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (110, 46.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Metlakatla
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (1.6%)9 (3.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM12 (3.8%)4 (1.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM25 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM46 (14.7%)24 (10.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM83 (26.5%)110 (46.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM27 (8.6%)66 (27.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM21 (6.7%)4 (1.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM13 (4.2%)9 (3.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM24 (7.7%)6 (2.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM29 (9.3%)2 (0.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM17 (5.4%)5 (2.1%)
Total313 (100.0%)239 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Metlakatla

Occupancy by Ownership in Metlakatla

Of the total 443 dwellings in Metlakatla, owner-occupied units account for 347 (78.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 96 (21.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Metlakatla
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units34778.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units9621.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units443100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Metlakatla

Occupancy by Household Size in Metlakatla
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6214.0%
2-Person Household16036.1%
3-Person Household7216.3%
4+ Person Household14933.6%
Total Housing Units443100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Metlakatla

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Metlakatla
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household47 (75.8%)15 (24.2%)
2-Person Household119 (74.4%)41 (25.6%)
3-Person Household62 (86.1%)10 (13.9%)
4+ Person Household119 (79.9%)30 (20.1%)
Total Housing Units347 (78.3%)96 (21.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Metlakatla

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Metlakatla
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School17 (60.7%)11 (39.3%)
High School Diploma122 (78.2%)34 (21.8%)
College/Associate Degree159 (81.1%)37 (18.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher49 (77.8%)14 (22.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Metlakatla

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Metlakatla
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5312.0%
35 to 44 Years6915.6%
45 to 54 Years7316.5%
55 to 64 Years12728.7%
65 to 74 Years8218.5%
75 to 84 Years276.1%
85 Years and Over122.7%
Total443100.0%

Housing Finances in Metlakatla

Median Income by Occupancy in Metlakatla

Median Income by Occupancy in Metlakatla
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied347 (78.3%)$91,875
Renter-Occupied96 (21.7%)$0
Average443 (100.0%)$78,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Metlakatla

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Metlakatla
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)10 (10.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99915 (4.3%)19 (19.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9995 (1.4%)6 (6.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (10.1%)13 (13.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (9.2%)4 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99957 (16.4%)7 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99961 (17.6%)14 (14.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99996 (27.7%)7 (7.3%)
$150,000 or more40 (11.5%)16 (16.7%)
Total347 (100.0%)96 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Metlakatla

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Metlakatla
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30063 (18.2%)20 (20.8%)
$300 to $49993 (26.8%)4 (4.2%)
$500 to $79986 (24.8%)23 (24.0%)
$800 to $99942 (12.1%)21 (21.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49944 (12.7%)17 (17.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99919 (5.5%)6 (6.2%)
$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%)
Total347 (100.0%)96 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Metlakatla

Housing Structures in Metlakatla

Housing Structures in Metlakatla
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached34377.4%
Single Unit, Attached61.3%
2 Unit Apartments92.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments92.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments112.5%
10 or more Apartments317.0%
Mobile Home / Other347.7%
Total443100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Metlakatla

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Metlakatla
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached313 (91.2%)30 (8.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total347 (78.3%)96 (21.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Metlakatla

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Metlakatla
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms15 (4.3%)23 (24.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms129 (37.2%)47 (49.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms167 (48.1%)26 (27.1%)
8 or more Rooms36 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total347 (100.0%)96 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Metlakatla

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Metlakatla
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas6 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity156 (45.0%)71 (74.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene113 (32.6%)14 (14.6%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels72 (20.7%)11 (11.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total347 (100.0%)96 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Metlakatla

Household Vehicle Usage in Metlakatla
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle18 (5.2%)18 (18.8%)
1 Vehicle127 (36.6%)43 (44.8%)
2 Vehicles150 (43.2%)26 (27.1%)
3 or more Vehicles52 (15.0%)9 (9.4%)
Total347 (100.0%)96 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Metlakatla

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Metlakatla

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units240107
Median Property Value$156,700$167,700
Median Household Income$75,833$0
Monthly Housing Costs$390$0
Real Estate Taxes$199$86

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Metlakatla

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Metlakatla
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00027 (11.3%)2 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99925 (10.4%)14 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999135 (56.2%)74 (69.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99953 (22.1%)17 (15.9%)
$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%)
Total240 (100.0%)107 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Metlakatla

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Metlakatla
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)6 (5.6%)
$10,000 to $24,99921 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (12.5%)5 (4.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99926 (10.8%)5 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99941 (17.1%)6 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99930 (12.5%)16 (14.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99952 (21.7%)31 (29.0%)
$150,000 or more40 (16.7%)44 (41.1%)
Total240 (100.0%)107 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Metlakatla

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Metlakatla
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x116 (48.3%)95,750 (89,486.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x43 (17.9%)56 (52.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x12 (5.0%)11 (10.3%)
4.0x or more69 (28.7%)16 (14.9%)
Total240 (100.0%)107 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Metlakatla

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Metlakatla
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80062 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)16 (14.9%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)5 (4.7%)
Total240 (100.0%)107 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Metlakatla

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Metlakatla

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Metlakatla
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years80 (89.9%)9 (10.1%)
6 to 18 Years257 (92.8%)20 (7.2%)
19 to 25 Years80 (64.5%)44 (35.5%)
26 to 34 Years129 (82.2%)28 (17.8%)
35 to 44 Years153 (87.9%)21 (12.1%)
45 to 54 Years126 (80.8%)30 (19.2%)
55 to 64 Years167 (71.7%)66 (28.3%)
65 to 74 Years153 (96.8%)5 (3.2%)
75 Years and older68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,213 (84.5%)223 (15.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Metlakatla

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Metlakatla
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born80 (89.9%)9 (10.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen257 (92.8%)20 (7.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen80 (64.5%)44 (35.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Metlakatla

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Metlakatla
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000101 (85.6%)17 (14.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999187 (90.8%)19 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999249 (91.5%)23 (8.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999167 (66.3%)85 (33.7%)
$100,000 and over509 (87.3%)74 (12.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Metlakatla

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Metlakatla
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 676 (85.4%)24 (27.0%)
6 to 18 Years216 (78.0%)64 (23.1%)
19 to 25 Years80 (64.5%)2 (1.6%)
25 to 34 Years46 (29.3%)83 (52.9%)
35 to 44 Years50 (28.7%)109 (62.6%)
45 to 54 Years55 (35.3%)74 (47.4%)
55 to 64 Years83 (35.6%)98 (42.1%)
65 to 74 Years148 (93.7%)41 (26.0%)
75 Years and over68 (100.0%)15 (22.1%)
Total822 (57.2%)510 (35.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Metlakatla

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Metlakatla
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)3 (11.5%)
5 to 17 Years12 (7.5%)32 (24.1%)
18 to 34 Years11 (7.4%)4 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years106 (32.1%)51 (21.9%)
65 to 74 Years42 (42.4%)40 (67.8%)
75 Years and over18 (90.0%)39 (81.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Metlakatla

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Metlakatla: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years27 (8.2%)9 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years14 (14.1%)18 (30.5%)
75 Years and over17 (85.0%)10 (20.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Metlakatla: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)3 (11.5%)
5 to 17 Years9 (5.6%)10 (7.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.8%)4 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years22 (22.2%)7 (11.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (18.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Metlakatla: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (4.4%)17 (12.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)16 (33.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Metlakatla: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years59 (17.9%)43 (18.4%)
65 to 74 Years26 (26.3%)22 (37.3%)
75 Years and over14 (70.0%)28 (58.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Metlakatla: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (3.6%)8 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years6 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (31.2%)

Technology Access in Metlakatla

Computing Device Access in Metlakatla

Computing Device Access in Metlakatla
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop27963.0%
Smartphone39789.6%
Tablet23753.5%
No Computing Device347.7%
Total443100.0%

Internet Access in Metlakatla

Internet Access in Metlakatla
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home25657.8%
Cellular Data Only5011.3%
Satellite Internet347.7%
No Internet11024.8%
Total443100.0%

Metlakatla Summary

Metlakatla, Alaska is a small city located on Annette Island in the Prince of Wales-Outer Ketchikan Census Area of the state of Alaska. It is the only remaining Indian reservation in Alaska and is home to the Tsimshian people. The city was founded in 1887 by William Duncan, a missionary from England, and is the oldest continuously inhabited community in Alaska.

Geography

Metlakatla is located on Annette Island, which is the southernmost island in the Alexander Archipelago of Southeast Alaska. The island is approximately 12 miles long and 6 miles wide, with a total area of about 40 square miles. The island is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean to the south and the Inside Passage to the north. The island is mostly forested, with a few small lakes and streams. The climate is mild and humid, with temperatures ranging from the mid-30s in the winter to the mid-60s in the summer.

Economy

Metlakatla’s economy is largely based on fishing and tourism. The city is home to a large commercial fishing fleet, and the seafood industry is a major source of employment and income for the city. The city also has a small tourism industry, with visitors coming to the island to experience the unique culture and natural beauty of the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Metlakatla was 1,405. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% Native American, 2.2% White, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% Black or African American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from two or more races. The median age was 33.7 years, and the median household income was $37,917.

History

Metlakatla was founded in 1887 by William Duncan, a missionary from England. Duncan was sent to the area by the Church of England to convert the Tsimshian people to Christianity. He established a mission on Annette Island and the settlement of Metlakatla was born. The settlement was originally a closed community, with no contact with the outside world. In 1891, the US government recognized Metlakatla as an Indian reservation, and the Tsimshian people were granted the right to self-governance.
In the early 20th century, Metlakatla experienced a period of economic growth and prosperity. The city was home to a thriving fishing industry, and the population grew to over 1,000 people. In the 1950s, the city began to decline as the fishing industry declined and the population began to move away. In the 1970s, the city was revitalized with the construction of a new cannery and the establishment of a tribal government.
Today, Metlakatla is a vibrant and thriving community. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including a seafood processing plant, a sawmill, and a fish hatchery. The city is also home to a number of cultural and recreational attractions, including a museum, a cultural center, and a marina. The city is also home to a number of schools, including a tribal college and a high school.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Metlakatla?
Total Population of Metlakatla is 1,437.
What is the Total Male Population of Metlakatla?
Total Male Population of Metlakatla is 798.
What is the Total Female Population of Metlakatla?
Total Female Population of Metlakatla is 639.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Metlakatla?
There are 124.88 Males per 100 Females in Metlakatla.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Metlakatla?
There are 80.08 Females per 100 Males in Metlakatla.
What is the Median Population Age in Metlakatla?
Median Population Age in Metlakatla is 38.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Metlakatla
Average Family Size in Metlakatla is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Metlakatla
Average Household Size in Metlakatla is 3.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Metlakatla?
Per Capita income in Metlakatla is $29,379.
What is the Median Family Income in Metlakatla?
Median Family Income in Metlakatla is $95,556.
What is the Median Household income in Metlakatla?
Median Household Income in Metlakatla is $78,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Metlakatla?
Income or Wage Gap in Metlakatla is 14.9%.
Women in Metlakatla earn 85.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Metlakatla?
Inequality or Gini Index in Metlakatla is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Metlakatla?
There are 684 People in the Labor Forcein in Metlakatla.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Metlakatla?
60.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Metlakatla.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Metlakatla?
Unemployment Rate in Metlakatla is 12.0%.