| ZIP Code | 99705 |
|---|---|
| City | North Pole |
| State | Alaska (AK) |
| County | Fairbanks North Star County |
| Area Code | 907 |
| Elevation | 486 ft |
| Latitude | 64.773899 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -147.267614 |
| Timezone | Anchorage (DST) |
| FIPS | 02090 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.84 |
| Below Poverty | 4.4% ▼ 56% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.7% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 177 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,446 (24.8%) |
| Some College | 1,675 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 2,660 (19.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,198 (15.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,725 (26.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,966 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,496/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,091 |
| Vacant Units | 1,255 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,091 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,255 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
ZIP code 99705 is located in North Pole, Alaska, within Fairbanks North Star County. With a population of 22,281, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 99705 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,966 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 99705 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $290,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,496 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 99705 is primarily White (75.19%). Residents are well-educated — 42.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.4%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 99705 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 99705 in North Pole, AK is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,281 residents, a median household income of $96,966, and a median home value of $290,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Alaska.