Skagway Municipality, AK

Guide to Skagway Municipality and Cities

Welcome to the community page for Skagway Municipality in Alaska with demographic details and statistics about the area as well as an interactive Skagway Municipality map. The county has a population of 1,303, a median home value of $434,300, and a median household income of $79,583. Below, the statistics for Skagway Municipality provide a snapshot of key economic and lifestyle factors relevant to both residents and newcomers.

Map of Skagway Municipality

Below is the Skagway Municipality, AK county map created with GIS software, with cities and neighborhoods.

 

Population & Demographics

The total population for Skagway Municipality is 1,303, with 41% males and 59% females. Below is a detailed breakdown of the population trends and demographics for the area.

Population by RaceTotal
White Population1,017
Black or African American Population40
American Indian and Alaska Native64
Asian Population29
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander0
Other Race Population0
Two or More Races153

Household Information

In Skagway Municipality, the median gross rent is $1,044 per month and the median home value is $434,300. Out of the total number of households in the city, 66% are owner-occupied, while 34% are rentals. Of those who own their homes, 44% have a mortgage, with the remaining 56% owning their homes outright. Below is a detailed snapshot of homeownership and rental patterns in the community.”

Ownership StatisticsNumber
Owner-Occupied269
Renter-Occupied141
Mortgage StatusNumber
Homes with Mortgage118
Homes without Mortgage151

Employment & Occupation

In Skagway Municipality, the unemployment rate currently stands at 11%. For residents in the workforce, on average they spend 5.9 minutes commuting to work. Of those employed, 57% work for private companies, while 34% hold government jobs. Additionally, 9% are self-employed, contributing to the area’s entrepreneurial spirit. Below, you’ll find more details about employment trends and occupations in Skagway Municipality.

OccupationNumber
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, and Mining4
Construction52
Manufacturing59
Wholesale Trade2
Retail Trade92
Transportation and Warehousing, and Utilities108
Information5
Finance and Insurance, and Real Estate and Rental and Leasing4
Professional, Scientific, and Management, and Administrative and Waste Management Services69
Educational Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance66
Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services155
Other Services, except Public Administration17
Public Administration144

Education

In Skagway Municipality, education levels show that 34% of residents have completed high school, 22.1% hold a bachelor’s degree, and 5.8% have achieved a graduate or professional degree. Of the population aged 25 and over, 27.8% are college graduates, reflecting the county’s academic achievements. Below is a detailed breakdown of educational levels within Skagway Municipality, AK.

Education Level Number
9th to 12th Grade 20
High School Graduate 330
Some College 237
Associate’s Degree 62
Bachelor’s Degree 214
Graduate or Professional Degree 56
School Enrollment Number
Enrolled in Preschool 14
Enrolled in Elementary School 74
Enrolled in High School 50
Enrolled in College 69

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