| City: | Northway, Alaska |
| Borough: | Southeast Fairbanks Borough |
| Timezone: | Alaska (GMT -09:00) |
| Local Time: | 11:23:50 PM |
| Population: | 270 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 907 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 63.0008, -141.6935 |
| Land Area: | 1370.543 sq mi |
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Northway sits in southeastern Alaska's interior, just 40 miles from the Canadian border. Of the 270 residents, 79% are Native American (212 people), making this one of Alaska's Native communities with PO Box-only mail service. The Upper Tanana Athabascans have lived in this region for thousands of years.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across 2,995 square miles of territory. The Northway post office maintains 65 PO Boxes for 92 households, a 71% adoption rate that shows balanced use of boxes and limited rural delivery. Two rural carrier routes serve some homes, but most residents rely on PO Boxes as their primary mail access.
The scale is hard to grasp. Nearly 3,000 square miles contain just 9 named streets: Northway Road, Northway Village Road, and roads with names like Fish Camp Road and Tuuniign Road. That's one street per 333 square miles. This isn't suburbia. Homes are scattered across vast distances, connected by unpaved roads and trails.
Median age is 36 years, younger than Alaska's average. With 2.9 people per household, families here are larger than typical American households. Of the 141 total housing units, 92 are occupied year-round while 10 are used seasonally. Homeownership is strong: 76% of occupied homes are owner-occupied (70 of 92).
Public administration employs 30 workers, making government the largest sector. This likely includes tribal government, local services, and border operations. Another 17 people work in other services, and 13 in transportation and warehousing. Per capita income is $16,364, but income data is limited due to small sample sizes. Only 2% of adults have bachelor's degrees, but that statistic doesn't capture traditional knowledge and skills.
The post office is more than a mail facility. It's a gathering point where people connect, share news, and maintain community ties. For prescription medications, government documents, and packages, residents travel to Northway from across this vast territory.
All mail must be addressed to PO Boxes in Northway, AK 99764. Limited rural delivery exists for some residents, but PO Boxes remain the primary and most reliable option across this vast region.
Street names like Fish Camp Road and Tuuniign Road reflect traditional subsistence activities and Native language in this Upper Tanana community.
ZIP Code 99764 has 270 residents and 92 households (average 2.93 persons per household). The median age is 36.0 years, about the same as the state (35.6) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.7% male and 46.3% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are American Indian & Alaska Native (78.5%, much higher than the state average of 15.2% and well above the national average of 1.1%) and White (18.9%, much lower than the state average of 59.4% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.1%, 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: | 270Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 207Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 0.2 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 92Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $179,200Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.93Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 4.70Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 395 | 322 | 271 | 305 | 346 | 339 | 316 | 439 | 459 | 474 | 474 | 430 | 207 |
| Decennial Census | 290 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 270 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 36
Male Median Age: 42.8
Female Median Age: 30.3
| 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 | 5 | 7 | 22 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 5 | 4 |
| Female | 13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 18 | 17 | 32 | 17 | 12 | 18 | 18 | 13 | 7 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 20 | 20 | 14 | 18 | 5 | 4 |
| White: | 51 | 18.89% |
| Black: | 1 | 0.37% |
| Hispanic:* | 3 | 1.11% |
| Asian: | 1 | 0.37% |
| American Indian: | 212 | 78.52% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 2 | 0.74% |
| Total: | 270 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 145 | 53.70% | 42.8 years |
| Females: | 125 | 46.30% | 30.3 years |
| Total: | 270 | 100% | 36.0 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 204 | 98.55% |
| 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: | 3 | 1.45% |
| Total Population: | 207 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 204 | 98.55% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 3 | 1.45% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($89,336), is down $36,346 (100.0%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $64,375. 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 well under the state female median ($60,325), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 42.1%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (66.4%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is far lower than the state rate (5.4%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (40.0%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $36,346 | $64,286 | $51,500 | $50,000 | $46,250 | $47,708 | $50,417 | $55,833 | $64,375 | $64,750 | $61,250 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $27,083 | $64,583 | $73,214 | $50,625 | $47,500 | $48,750 | $50,417 | $71,875 | $115,313 | $115,577 | $83,750 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $37,159 | $51,250 | $11,667 | $16,667 | $16,500 | $16,250 | $23,333 | $20,625 | $13,125 | $0 | $11,250 | $12,500 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $68,500 | $68,250 | $110,288 | $61,250 | $0 | $0 | $41,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $42,917 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $57,788 | $58,083 | $60,625 | $60,789 | $0 | $0 | $51,250 | $63,750 | $74,688 | $74,583 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 45 | 42.06% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 62 | 57.94% |
| Total: | 107 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 6 | 13.33% |
| Service: | 1 | 2.22% |
| Sales and Office: | 6 | 13.33% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 18 | 40.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 14 | 31.11% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 45 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $179,200, which is well under the state median ($333,300), is up $84,200 (88.63%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $82,200. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,388), is down $1,688 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,675. Of occupied housing, owners make up 90.00% (4.44% with a mortgage, 95.56% free-and-clear) and renters 10.00% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 53.27%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.43%).
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $95,000 | $131,300 | $145,800 | $191,700 | $97,100 | $96,900 | $89,000 | $71,300 | $97,000 | $80,000 | $68,000 | $151,600 | $179,200 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $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 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 5 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $1,688 | $1,625 | $1,641 | $385 | $0 | $0 | $1,604 | $1,685 | $1,675 | $1,654 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 2 | 4.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 43 | 86.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 5 | 10.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 50 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 50 | 46.73% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 57 | 53.27% |
| Total Housing Units: | 107 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 86 | 80.37% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 5 | 4.67% |
| Other Units: | 16 | 14.95% |
| Total Housing Units: | 107 | 100% |
In 2023, 2.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 69.30%, which is markedly below the state rate (93.50%). The uninsured rate is 21.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 20.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 65.20%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 41.70%, which is markedly above the state rate (6.80%), down 5.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 25.30 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 elementary (67.37%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 21 | 20.79% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 10 | 9.90% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 38 | 37.62% |
| Some college, no degree: | 29 | 28.71% |
| Associate's degree: | 1 | 0.99% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2 | 1.98% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 101 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 70 | 69.31% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 2 | 1.98% |
| Private Insurance: | 42 | 18.92% |
| Public Insurance: | 135 | 60.81% |
| No Insurance: | 45 | 20.27% |
| Total: | 222 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 177 | 79.73% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 47.0% | 11.6% | 14.1% | 17.2% | 23.2% | 33.9% | 37.7% | 23.8% | 16.4% | 18.2% | 17.4% | 22.2% | 41.7% |
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: | 1 | 1.05% |
| Kindergarten: | 1 | 1.05% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 64 | 67.37% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 29 | 30.53% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 95 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 2 | 2.11% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 94 | 98.95% |
ZIP Code 99764 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 4 business establishments, employing about 11 people with an annual payroll of $637,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 69Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 4Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $159,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $637,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 11Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 99764 is located in Southeast Fairbanks 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 99764. It covers 1370.543 sq mi of land and a water area of 33.272 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: | 1370.543 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 33.272 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: | 0256220Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Northway CDP; AlaskaSource: Census |
ZIP Code 99764 is in the Alaska Gateway School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 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.
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 January 1, 2026.