Alaska
Alaska (49th state) is located in the northwest extremity of the United States West Coast, just across the Bering Strait from Asia. It has an area of 663,268 sq mi and in 2019 had a population of 731,545. The name Alaska is derived from the Aleut word "Aleyska," meaning "great land". Alaska is nicknammed "the Last Frontier". Its capital city is Juneau - located in the Southeast region of Alaska, with a population of 33,277 -, but the largest city in the State is Anchorage.
Temperatures and climate vary dramatically in Alaska, winter is roughly October through March, although temperatures and daylight vary from region to region. Coastal areas are more temperate.
Alaska is home to many mammals besides the iconic polar bear. Other bears include black and brown bears, and other large predators like lynxes and wolves. Many horned herbivores live in Alaska as well, including deer, caribou, moose, elk, bison and reindeer. Though the growing season is short, hardy plants and flowers brighten the Alaskan landscape.
Alaska Natives, who make up 15 percent of the state's population, maintain many traditions, such as the mushing, the whaling, subsistence hunting and fishing, and old ways of making crafts and art. But while Native culture, as a whole, may define much of Alaska's appearance, the state contains a broad mixture of cultures. In Anchorage, for example, the school district has found that its student body comes from homes that speak 83 languages.
Alaska Statistics
| Number of cities/towns/villages | 355 |
|---|---|
| Number of boroughs | 29 |
| Population | 733,391 |
| Area | 1,723,337 km² |
| Density | 0 people/km² |
| Altitude | 6,190 m |
| Major cities | Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau |
| Ethnicity | White: 60% Native: 15% Hispanic: 7% Asian: 7% Black: 4% Pacific islander: 1% |
| Crime rate | 804.2 |
| Median household income | $77,640 |
Common questions about Alaska
What is the cheapest place to live in Alaska?The cheapest area to live in Alaska is considered to be in the city of King Cove. Known for its affordability, King Cove has been deemed the most affordable living area within the state. Alaska’s state code is AK, and King Cove offers a lower cost of living compared to other Alaskan locations. |
What is the safest city, town or area in Alaska?The safest city in Alaska is generally regarded as Sitka. Sitka boasts low crime rates and a strong community focus on safety and well-being, making it an attractive place for residents seeking a secure environment. Its small-town feel and community initiatives contribute to its reputation for safety. |
What is the city with the best weather in Alaska?Ketchikan is often considered to have the best weather in Alaska. Located in the southeastern part of the state, Ketchikan benefits from a relatively mild climate with warmer temperatures and less severe winter conditions compared to the rest of Alaska, thanks to its coastal position and maritime influence. |
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Complete List of Cities in Alaska
RUBY
Ruby is a Second class city in Yukon-Koyukuk census area with -500 inhabitants.
ATKA
Atka is a Second class city in Aleutians West census area with -500 inhabitants.
WALES
Wales is a Second class city in Nome census area with -500 inhabitants.
DIOMEDE
Diomede is a Second class city in Nome census area with -500 inhabitants.
EAGLE
Eagle is a Second class city in Southeast Fairbanks census area with -500 inhabitants.
GOLOVIN
Golovin is a Second class city in Nome census area with -500 inhabitants.
DEERING
Deering is a Second class city in Northwest Arctic census area with -500 inhabitants.
PELICAN
Pelican is a Home Rule city in Hoonah-Angoon census area with -500 inhabitants.
NEWHALEN
Newhalen is a Second class city in Lake and Peninsula census area with -500 inhabitants.
EKWOK
Ekwok is a Second class city in Dillingham census area with -500 inhabitants.
ST. GEORGE
St. George is a First class city in Aleutians West census area with -500 inhabitants.
CHUATHBALUK
Chuathbaluk is a Second class city in Bethel census area with -500 inhabitants.
SHAGELUK
Shageluk is a Second class city in Yukon-Koyukuk census area with -500 inhabitants.
KOBUK
Kobuk is a Second class city in Northwest Arctic census area with -500 inhabitants.
LARSEN BAY
Larsen Bay is a Second class city in Kodiak Island census area with -500 inhabitants.
PORT HEIDEN
Port Heiden is a Second class city in Lake and Peninsula census area with -500 inhabitants.
EGEGIK
Egegik is a Second class city in Lake and Peninsula census area with -100 inhabitants.
TENAKEE SPRINGS
Tenakee Springs is a Second class city in Hoonah-Angoon census area with -100 inhabitants.
ANVIK
Anvik is a Second class city in Yukon-Koyukuk census area with -100 inhabitants.
KOYUKUK
Koyukuk is a Second class city in Yukon-Koyukuk census area with -100 inhabitants.
NIKOLAI
Nikolai is a Second class city in Yukon-Koyukuk census area with -100 inhabitants.
ALLAKAKET
Allakaket is a Second class city in Yukon-Koyukuk census area with -100 inhabitants.
PILOT POINT
Pilot Point is a Second class city in Lake and Peninsula census area with -100 inhabitants.
COLD BAY
Cold Bay is a Second class city in Aleutians East census area with -100 inhabitants.
PORT ALEXANDER
Port Alexander is a Second class city in Petersburg census area with -100 inhabitants.
CLARK'S POINT
Clark's Point is a Second class city in Dillingham census area with -100 inhabitants.
AKHIOK
Akhiok is a Second class city in Kodiak Island census area with -100 inhabitants.
HUGHES
Hughes is a Second class city in Yukon-Koyukuk census area with -100 inhabitants.
CHIGNIK
Chignik is a Second class city in Lake and Peninsula census area with -100 inhabitants.
FALSE PASS
False Pass is a Second class city in Aleutians East census area with -100 inhabitants.