Haines County Public RecordsAlaska

Haines Borough, AK, serves around 260 K-12 students across two main schools: Haines Elementary and Haines High School. The high school graduation rate averages 92%, surpassing the state average. Approximately 29% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Adult education is supported via GED and community college partnership programs. Recent state report card scores for Haines schools average 51–72 out of 100, indicating moderate performance. School safety reports show minimal incidents, and programs such as STEM, arts, and Native language studies enrich curricula.

Haines Borough, Alaska has an employment rate of approximately 54.5% (2022 ACS data). Major employment sectors include educational services, health care & social assistance (26%), arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation & food services (20%), and public administration (10%). Common occupations are in management, sales, and office support. The mean commute time is about 10 minutes, with roughly 85% of residents working within the borough. Self-employment is higher than the state average, at around 17%. Employment tends to be seasonal, reflecting tourism and fishing industry trends.

Haines Borough, AK, features a homeownership rate of roughly 72%, with median home values around $310,000 as of 2023. Rental vacancy rates are low, and median rent is about $1,100/month. The housing stock mainly consists of single-family homes, cabins, and some small apartment complexes, with popular neighborhoods like Fort Seward and Lutak. Market trends show a steady rise in property values over the past five years. Property tax rates average around 9.65 mills (0.965%). Haines offers scenic, rural living with access to outdoor recreation and close-knit community atmosphere.

As of the 2020 Census, Haines Borough, Alaska, had a population of approximately 2,080 people. The median age was 49 years, reflecting an older demographic. About 52% of residents were male and 48% female. Racially, the borough was 77% White, 11% Alaska Native or American Indian, 1% Asian, and 10% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents made up about 3% of the population, demonstrating modest ethnic diversity within the small community.

Haines Borough, AK, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. In 2023, the violent crime rate was approximately 2.1 per 1,000 residents, while property crime was 10.4 per 1,000. Law enforcement reports indicate minor incidents, with burglary, theft, and vandalism being the most common. Police response is prompt, and the community supports active neighborhood watch programs. Overall, Haines is considered a safe place to live, with crime continuing to decrease by about 3% annually over the past five years, according to local and FBI crime reporting databases.

Haines Borough, AK, had 1,761 registered voters as of 2022. Residents vote in municipal, state, and federal elections, with recent turnout rates around 57%. Key parties include Democratic and Republican, with independents also active. In the 2020 presidential election, 53% voted Democratic and 43% Republican. Polling takes place at the Haines Public Library and the Klukwan ANS Hall. Issues such as fisheries management and tourism dominate local agendas. The Borough Clerk administers elections, ensuring compliance with Alaska statutes.