Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 22.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.40 |
| Below Poverty | 3.9% ▼ 61% below avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 70% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 967 (30.1%) |
| Some College | 298 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 878 (27.3%) |
| Bachelors | 329 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 743 (23.1%) |
Education
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,839 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $2,132/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,003 |
| Vacant Units | 100 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Fort Wainwright is a city in Alaska, located in Fairbanks North Star County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 8,545 residents. It is a young city, with a median age of 22.7 years.
Economically, Fort Wainwright is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $65,839 is near the national average. Approximately 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 1.5%, well below the national average.
The population of Fort Wainwright is moderately educated. 33.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (60.12%).
Fort Wainwright, AK offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Alaska.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99703 | 8,545 | $65,839 | — | $2,132 | 1.5% | 33.3% | 0.0% |