US ZIP Code
99556

Anchor Point, AK

Kenai Peninsula County  ·  Alaska

● Active
👥 2,858 Population ↑ 10% since 2019
💰 $62,868 Median HH Income
▼ 18% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019
🎂 51.6 Median Age ↑ 12% since 2019
🏠 $226,500 Median Home Value
▼ 19% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
🎓 31.3% College Grads
▼ 19% below avg
📊 7.7% Unemployment
▲ 56% above avg ↓ 39% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code99556
CityAnchor Point
StateAlaska (AK)
CountyKenai Peninsula County
Area Code907
Elevation611 ft
Latitude59.834338
Longitude-151.57731
TimezoneAnchorage (DST)
FIPS02122
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 54.8% (1,566) Female 45.2% (1,292) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 85.8%Hispanic: 4.2%Asian: 1%Other: 5.2%Race
White85.8%
Hispanic4.2%
Asian1.0%
Other5.2%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
3%
5–17
15%
18–24
4%
25–44
20%
45–64
32%
65+
15%

Key Indicators

Median Age51.6 yrs ↑ 12% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.22
Below Poverty13.4% ▲ 34% above avg
College Grads31.3% ▼ 19% below avg
Unemployment7.7% ▲ 56% above avg
No HS Diploma26 (1.3%)
HS Graduate648 (32%)
Some College341 (16.8%)
Associates376 (18.6%)
Bachelors198 (9.8%)
Graduate Degree437 (21.6%)

Education

No HS: 1.3%HS Grad: 32%Some College: 16.8%Associates: 18.6%Bachelors: 9.8%Graduate: 21.6%Edu
No HS1.3%
HS Grad32.0%
Some College16.8%
Associates18.6%
Bachelors9.8%
Graduate21.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 84.3%Renter: 15.8%Tenure
Owner84.3%
Renter15.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
7%
$50k–100k
9%
$100k–150k
10%
$150k–200k
16%
$200k–300k
24%
$300k–500k
25%
Over $500k
9%

Financials

Median HH Income$62,868 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019
Median Home Value$226,500 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,167/mo ↑ 25% since 2019
Total Units1,852
Vacant Units563
Avg HH Size2.22

Income Distribution

Under $25k
18%
$25k–50k
17%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
9%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
82%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
15%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
31%
15–30 min
34%
30–45 min
23%
Over 45 min
13%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
3%
1960s–1970s
19%
1980s–1990s
23%
2000+
55%

Summary

Total Units1,852
Vacant563
Owner Occupied84.3%
Renter Occupied15.8%
Avg HH Size2.22
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 99556 is in Anchor Point, AK, in Kenai Peninsula County.
ZIP code 99556 is located in Alaska (AK).
ZIP code 99556 is in Kenai Peninsula County, AK.
ZIP 99556 observes the Anchorage timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 99556 is 2,858 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 99556 is $62,868 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 99556 is $226,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 99556

ZIP code 99556 is located in Anchor Point, Alaska, within Kenai Peninsula County. With a population of 2,858, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.6 years. Economically, 99556 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,868 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 99556 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $226,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,167 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.

The population of 99556 is primarily White (85.83%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.4%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 99556 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.

Overall, ZIP code 99556 in Anchor Point, AK is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,858 residents, a median household income of $62,868, and a median home value of $226,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alaska.