| City: | Nikolai, Alaska |
| City Alias: | Mc Grath |
| Borough: | Yukon Koyukuk Borough |
| Timezone: | Alaska (GMT -09:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:23:36 AM |
| Population: | 108 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 907 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 63.0767, -154.4330 |
| Land Area: | 4624.961 sq mi |
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The Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is Alaska's largest borough by land area but one of its most sparsely populated. Nikolai's 108 people spread across this landscape maintain an average household size just over 2 people. The median age of 34.5 years shows a younger population than most rural Alaska communities. Extended families are common in Alaska Native communities, though Nikolai's household structure trends smaller than some tribal areas.
The single rural carrier route connects the handful of residents who live along Nikolai Road. Most addresses don't work with traditional street delivery. The terrain and climate make carrier routes impractical for much of the area. Winter temperatures and limited road infrastructure mean the post office remains the reliable connection point year-round.
Median household income sits at $35,313, with the median home value at $105,000. These figures reflect Alaska's unique cost structure where remote living means higher expenses but often lower property values. The postal facility in Nikolai doesn't just deliver mail. It's where residents pick up packages, send important documents, and maintain connections to family and services elsewhere in Alaska and beyond.
The ZIP code contains only one street with formal delivery records: Nikolai Road. This minimal street infrastructure reflects the community's remote location and reliance on the central post office for all mail services.
ZIP Code 99691 has 108 residents and 53 households (average 2.04 persons per household). The median age is 34.5 years, slightly younger than the state (35.6) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.0% male and 50.0% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (52.0%). Largest groups are American Indian & Alaska Native (78.7%, much higher than the state average of 15.2% and well above the national average of 1.1%) and White (13.9%, much lower than the state average of 59.4% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and American Indian & Alaska Native share is much higher than both the state (15.2%) and national averages (1.1%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 108Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 49Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 0.0 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 53Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $106,300Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.04Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.33Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 63 | 47 | 66 | 75 | 113 | 120 | 123 | 114 | 143 | 115 | 108 | 91 | 93 | 49 |
| Decennial Census | 95 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 108 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 34.5
Male Median Age: 37.5
Female Median Age: 30.5
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 3 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 8 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 11 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 12 | 8 | 11 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| White: | 15 | 14.56% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 3 | 2.91% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 85 | 82.52% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 103 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 54 | 50.00% | 37.5 years |
| Females: | 54 | 50.00% | 30.5 years |
| Total: | 108 | 100% | 34.5 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 49 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 49 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 49 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is down $17,708 (100.0%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $37,500. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 65.9%, which is modestly greater than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (34.5%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $17,708 | $15,000 | $29,167 | $31,250 | $36,875 | $37,083 | $35,417 | $34,167 | $37,500 | $32,083 | $0 | $0 | $35,313 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $19,688 | $19,688 | $53,750 | $53,333 | $53,750 | $56,250 | $53,750 | $39,375 | $37,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $8,750 | $7,188 | $11,667 | $13,125 | $18,750 | $23,750 | $0 | $26,250 | $30,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $60,417 | $0 | $31,250 | $26,875 | $30,250 | $26,667 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $51,250 | $52,500 | $0 | $48,750 | $46,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $87,917 | $93,036 | $0 |
| Employed: | 29 | 65.91% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 15 | 34.09% |
| Total: | 44 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 4 | 13.79% |
| Service: | 10 | 34.48% |
| Sales and Office: | 1 | 3.45% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 10 | 34.48% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 4 | 13.79% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 29 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $106,300, which is far less than the national median ($332,700), is up $48,000 (82.33%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $54,800. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $313 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $58,300 | $58,300 | $85,000 | $95,000 | $42,500 | $47,500 | $28,500 | $28,800 | $51,500 | $68,800 | $59,000 | $91,700 | $105,000 | $106,300 |
| Less than $500: | 1 | 14.29% |
| $500 to $999: | 1 | 14.29% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 5 | 71.43% |
| Total: | 7 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $313 | $313 | $317 | $381 | $650 | $575 | $538 | $625 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 25 | 78.13% |
| Renter Occupied: | 7 | 21.88% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 32 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 32 | 40.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 48 | 60.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 80 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 80 | 100.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 80 | 100% |
In 2024, 2.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 81.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 30.60%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 10.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.10%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 69.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 19.70 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (71.43%). College enrollment is 28.57%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 4 | 9.30% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 4 | 9.30% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 18 | 41.86% |
| Some college, no degree: | 12 | 27.91% |
| Associate's degree: | 4 | 9.30% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1 | 2.33% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 43 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 35 | 81.40% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 1 | 2.33% |
| Private Insurance: | 5 | 9.62% |
| Public Insurance: | 32 | 61.54% |
| No Insurance: | 15 | 28.85% |
| Total: | 52 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 37 | 71.15% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 85.7% | 57.1% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 10.0% | 8.7% | 9.1% | 29.4% | 36.4% | 29.6% | 47.6% | 56.5% | 16.7% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 5 | 71.43% |
| College or graduate school: | 2 | 28.57% |
| Total: | 7 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 5 | 71.43% |
ZIP Code 99691 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 19Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 0Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 0Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 99691 is located in Yukon Koyukuk Borough, Alaska, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Alaska's 0th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 99691. It covers 4624.961 sq mi of land and a water area of 18.563 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Number: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 0Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 4624.961 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 18.563 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: | 0254150Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Nikolai city; AlaskaSource: Census |
ZIP Code 99691 is in the Iditarod Area School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 0 private school(s).
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 March 1, 2026.