Aniak Public RecordsAlaska

Aniak, in the Bethel Census Area, Alaska, has a population of approximately 496 (2020 Census). The median age is around 30 years. The gender distribution is nearly equal, with 51% male and 49% female. The community is predominantly Alaska Native (Yup’ik and other Native groups), comprising about 85% of residents, with Whites making up roughly 10%, and other races including mixed backgrounds, Asians, and African Americans collectively about 5%. The population is youthful, with about 34% under age 18.

Aniak, located in the Bethel Census Area, Alaska, has a homeownership rate of around 52% and a median property value of approximately $160,000 (as of 2022). Most housing consists of single-family homes and cabins, with limited multi-unit options. Monthly median rent is about $900. Neighborhoods are dispersed, typically near the Kuskokwim River. The property tax rate averages about 1.15%. The market is stable, with modest value increases due to remote location and limited inventory, and new construction is rare. Rental availability fluctuates due to changing population and seasonal workers.

Aniak, a city in the Bethel Census Area of Alaska, serves around 500 residents. The main school, Aniak School (K-12), enrolls about 140 students, with a graduation rate of 85%. Higher education options are limited locally; however, adult education and GED programs are offered through the Kuskokwim Campus of the University of Alaska Fairbanks. School safety measures are in place, with 0 major incidents reported in recent years. Educational programs include Yup’ik language classes and STEM activities, but there are no bachelor’s degree institutions in Aniak.

Aniak, AK, is a remote Yukon-Kuskokwim village with no road connections; transportation relies on small aircraft, boats, and snowmobiles. According to the 2020 Census ACS, over 85% of workers commute less than 15 minutes, most by walking or driving alone. Public transit is virtually nonexistent. Vehicle ownership is low—about 60% of households have a vehicle—due to geographic isolation. The city maintains limited road infrastructure, mainly gravel roads. Key employers include the school district, tribal organizations, and health clinics. Most residents work locally, with less than 5% commuting outside the community.

Aniak, located in Bethel Census Area, Alaska, is served primarily by the Aniak Health Clinic, part of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) system, with no full-service hospital in the city. The clinic provides primary and emergency care to Aniak’s population of about 507 (2020 Census), predominantly Alaska Native residents (over 60%). Healthcare access is challenged by remote geography and weather. Common health issues include diabetes, respiratory illnesses, and alcohol-related conditions. YKHC employs several healthcare providers, including Community Health Aides. The region’s uninsured rate is about 23%, with most coverage through Medicaid or Indian Health Services.