ZIP Code 99505 in Jber, AK

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Jber, Alaska
City Alias:Anchorage, Fort Richardson, Ft Richardson
Names to Avoid:
Anch
Borough:Anchorage Borough
Timezone:Alaska (GMT -09:00)
Local Time:9:05:48 PM
Population:4,743 [See All]
Area Code:907
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:61.2552, -149.7135
Land Area:41.762 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 99505 has 4,743 residents and 778 households (average 3.75 persons per household). The median age is 22.3 years, significantly younger than the state (35.6) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 65.4% male and 34.6% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (64.4%, higher than the state average of 59.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (17.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 17.7%, which is much higher than the state average (6.8%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:4,743Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:5,425Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:4,001Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:113.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$98,500Source: Census ACS
Households:778Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.75Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.41Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--6,8596,3276,6496,7666,4796,2406,4776,3306,2456,0546,0855,7035,425
Decennial Census6,174------------------4,743------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 22.3

Male Median Age: 22.3

Female Median Age: 22.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male2162041143231,213501196105894941141169612
Female2202051551322112251841156945221215163446
Total4364092694551,4247263802201589463262622121058
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:3,05460.33%
Black:60011.85%
Hispanic:*84016.59%
Asian:1773.50%
American Indian:511.01%
Hawaiian:320.63%
Other:3086.08%
Total:5,062100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:3,10065.36%22.3 years
Females:1,64334.64%22.6 years
Total:4,743100%22.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:4,74187.39%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:4688.63%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1222.25%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:943.98%
Total Population:5,425100%
Total Native Population:5,20996.02%
Total Foreign-born Population:2163.98%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $98,500, which is much higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $46,606 (89.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $35,115. Family households earn a median of $97,139 versus $128,417 for nonfamily households (a difference of $31,278). By gender, male median income is $33,102 and female is $47,313, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($60,325), with a current gap of $14,211 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 247.3%, which is far greater than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.1%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (5.4%). The largest occupation group is Management (52.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$51,894$51,234$52,143$57,243$51,582$52,083$62,431$63,125$63,385$70,757$94,083$100,556$98,500
Median Family Income$51,646$50,674$51,893$57,826$52,264$54,135$66,031$63,264$63,750$71,283$92,303$98,500$97,139
Median NonFamily Income$61,607$63,472$50,972$24,728$0$0$0$0$0$0$104,635$114,167$128,417
Median Male Income$28,511$30,392$30,030$29,139$27,857$27,410$28,367$29,041$31,851$33,293$39,513$37,029$33,102
Median Female Income$29,740$29,783$33,365$33,464$31,174$31,518$33,245$33,836$32,370$47,687$50,717$46,912$47,313
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:57247.16%
Unemployed:332.72%
Not In Labor Force:60850.12%
Total:1,213100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:30052.45%
Service:11520.10%
Sales and Office:579.97%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:244.20%
Production, transportation, and material moving:7613.29%
Total Civilian Employed Population:572100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($333,300), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $2,504, which is considerably higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $790 (46.09%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $229. Of occupied housing, owners make up 0.00% and renters 100.00% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 3.09%, which is far lower than the state rate (18.24%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:00.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:182.21%
$1,500 to $1,999:678.21%
$2,000 to $2,499:31138.11%
$2,500 to $2,999:25130.76%
$3,000 or more:14918.26%
No Rent:202.45%
Total:816100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$1,714$1,738$1,859$2,001$2,135$2,197$2,246$2,288$2,275$2,265$2,242$2,491$2,504
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):00.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00.00%
Renter Occupied:816100.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:816100%

Occupied Housing Units:81696.91%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):263.09%
Total Housing Units:842100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:49558.79%
Multi-Family Units:34741.21%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:842100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 39.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (31.20%). High school or higher is 98.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.40%, which is markedly below the state rate (11.20%). Private coverage is 97.60%, which is notably higher than the state rate (65.50%). Public coverage is 10.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (37.10%). The share of people in poverty is 6.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 0.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.00 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (50.23%). College enrollment is 23.85%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:331.67%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):20710.46%
Some college, no degree:65933.30%
Associate's degree:30815.56%
Bachelor's degree:54227.39%
Graduate or professional degree:23011.62%
Total:1,979100%
High school or higher:1,94698.33%
Bachelor's degree or higher:77239.01%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:2,84190.16%
Public Insurance:2979.43%
No Insurance:130.41%
Total:3,151100%
Has Health Insurance:3,13899.59%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty7.1%7.9%8.4%5.0%6.8%6.8%4.1%4.4%7.4%8.9%6.6%5.6%6.4%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:783.95%
Kindergarten:874.41%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):99250.23%
High school (grades 9-12):34717.57%
College or graduate school:47123.85%
Total:1,975100%
Early Childhood:1658.35%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,42672.20%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 99505 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 23 business establishments, employing about 229 people with an annual payroll of $12,691,000. USPS data shows 1,067 residential mailboxes and 3 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1,067Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:3Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:6,531Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:36Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:23Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$3,601,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$12,691,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:229Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 99505 is located in Anchorage Borough, Alaska, within the Anchorage, AK Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 11260) and Alaska's 0th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 399,746 people, about 1.19% of whom live in ZIP Code 99505. It covers 41.762 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.503 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Anchorage, AKSource: Census
CBSA Number:11260Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:399,746Source: Census
MSA:Anchorage, AK MSASource: Census
Land Area:41.762 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.503 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:00Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:571951.26 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


99506 | | 99504

Schools in ZIP Code 99505


ZIP Code 99505 is in the Anchorage School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 2 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Ursa Minor Elementary 336 Hoonah Ave
Jber, AK 99505
District: Anchorage School District
Ursa Major Elementary 454 Dyea St
Jber, AK 99505
District: Anchorage School District
Anchorage Christian Schools 6575 E Northern Lights Blvd
Anchorage, AK 99504
District: Private SchoolNearby
Anchorage Waldorf School 3250 Baxter Rd
Anchorage, AK 99504
District: Private SchoolNearby
World Harvest Christian School 10440 Eagle View Dr
Eagle River, AK 99577
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 99505


Alaska Pacific University 4101 University Dr
Anchorage, AK 99508
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Alaska Anchorage 3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508
Type: Post Secondary
Alaska Career College 1415 E Tudor Road
Anchorage, AK 99507-1033
Type: Post Secondary
Alaska Bible College 248 E Elmwood Ave
Palmer, AK 99645
Type: Post Secondary
Alaska Christian College 35109 Royal Place
Soldotna, AK 99669
Type: Post Secondary
Alaska Vocational Technical Center Po Box 889
Seward, AK 99664-0889
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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