Wrangell County Public RecordsAlaska

As of the 2020 Census, Wrangell County, Alaska, had a population of 2,127. The median age is 49.6 years, with 20.3% under 18 and 21.7% aged 65 or older. Gender distribution is about 53% male and 47% female. Racially, the population is 72.6% White, 14.6% Alaska Native or American Indian, 6.8% two or more races, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Black or African American, and 2.7% Hispanic or Latino of any race (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020).

Wrangell County, AK, had approximately 1,700 registered voters in 2022. It conducts local, state, and federal elections, with the City and Borough of Wrangell handling administration. In the 2020 presidential election, Republican candidates received about 69% of the vote, while Democrats had 27%. Polling occurs primarily at the Nolan Center. Key local issues include fisheries, infrastructure, and resource management. Both Republican and Democratic parties have active local presence, though unaffiliated voters make up a sizable portion. The municipal clerk oversees elections, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.

Wrangell County, AK has a limited educational infrastructure, with 1 public high school—Wrangell High School—serving approximately 80 students. The high school graduation rate is about 87%, and around 21% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is generally rated positively, with few reported major incidents. Educational programs include vocational training and college preparatory courses. Overall school ratings average 6/10. Adult education is supported through online and regional programs, but local post-secondary institution access is limited, reflecting the community’s small population of roughly 2,000 residents.

As of 2022, Wrangell, Alaska (Wrangell City and Borough) has an employment rate of approximately 53% among its working-age population. Major industries include educational services, health care, and social assistance (employing about 28%), followed by agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting (14%), and retail trade (11%). The most common occupations are in sales & office (24%) and management/business/finance (20%). About 70% of workers are employed within the borough, while 30% commute outside. The average commute time is around 12 minutes.

Wrangell Borough, AK has a homeownership rate of about 72%, with median home values around $238,000 and median gross rents at $941 (2022 ACS data). Most housing consists of single-family homes, with some duplexes and apartments, especially near downtown Wrangell. Property values have seen modest growth in recent years, reflecting stable demand. Neighborhoods are characterized by small-town charm and proximity to natural amenities. Property tax rates average 6.5 mills, resulting in annual taxes of roughly $1,547 on a median-valued home. Rental vacancy rates hover near 4%, indicating limited inventory.

Wrangell County, AK, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. According to FBI data, the county reported 24 total crimes in 2022, including 2 violent crimes and 22 property crimes (8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents). The violent crime rate is about 0.7 per 1,000, significantly lower than the national average of 4. Property crime is also below the U.S. rate of 19 per 1,000. Local law enforcement actively promotes community safety, and most incidents are quickly addressed with high responsiveness and public reporting.