Pilot Station Public RecordsAlaska

Pilot Station is a small city in Wade Hampton Census Area, Alaska, with a 2020 population of approximately 615. The population is predominantly Alaska Native (about 95%), mainly Yup’ik. The median age is around 24 years, reflecting a youthful community. Gender distribution is nearly balanced, with 50.2% male and 49.8% female. Non-Native residents make up about 5%. The population has remained stable over the past decade, maintaining its close-knit demographic profile.

Pilot Station, in Wade Hampton (Kusilvak) Census Area, Alaska, has a homeownership rate of about 70% and a median property value near $85,000. Rental options are limited, with median gross rent around $700 monthly. Most housing consists of single-family detached homes. Neighborhoods are small and community-focused, reflecting the city’s population of approximately 640 residents. Property tax rates are low; Alaska has no state-level property tax, but municipal rates may apply—generally under 1%. Housing market trends are stable, with slow property value changes, typical for rural Alaskan communities.

Pilot Station, located in Kusilvak Census Area (formerly Wade Hampton), Alaska, has one main school: Pilot Station School, serving K-12 with approximately 200 students. The high school graduation rate is about 70%, lower than the state average. There are no local colleges; few residents (about 4%) hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety measures are basic, and the district offers limited special and bilingual education programs. Adult education opportunities are minimal. The school’s test scores typically fall below the state average, reflecting challenges in resources and remoteness.

Transportation in Pilot Station, located in the Kusilvak Census Area (formerly Wade Hampton), Alaska, is largely informal due to its remote, road-inaccessible setting. Most residents commute on foot, by snowmobile, boat, or ATV; over 60% walk to work, and public transit is unavailable. The average commute time is under 10 minutes. Private vehicle ownership is low—fewer than 10% of households own a car. There are no major road networks, with only local gravel paths connecting homes. Major employment hubs include the school and local government offices. Air travel via Pilot Station Airport connects residents to larger hubs.

Pilot Station, located in the Kusilvak (formerly Wade Hampton) Census Area, Alaska, is a remote community of around 673 residents (2020 Census), predominantly Alaska Native. Healthcare access is limited: the town lacks hospitals and relies on the Pilot Station Village Clinic, staffed by community health aides, with serious cases referred to the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, 80 miles away. Most rely on Medicaid or Indian Health Service; uninsured rates are higher than the state average (~14%). Common health issues include respiratory infections, diabetes, and injuries, reflecting regional trends in rural Alaska.