Skagway, AK is a small town located on the Alaskan coast with a population of 1,038 according to the last census. Skagway is the northernmost city in Alaska and has one of the lowest population densities in the state - only 3 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Skagway offers plenty of activities for both residents and visitors alike. Year-round outdoor activities include whitewater rafting, kayaking, fishing, skiing, glacier trekking and dog mushing. For those who prefer indoor activities there are several local businesses such as Skagway Brewing Company which serves up craft beer and delicious food; The Skagway News Depot where you can pick up books and magazines; or Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park where visitors can learn about the history of Alaskan gold mining. There are also organizations like Alaska State Parks which preserve and protect our state’s natural beauty and offer educational programs and recreational opportunities to visitors. And if sports are your thing then check out local sporting events like Skagway Soccer or Local Wrestling Tournament at The Yukon Community Center every Saturday night!
The population in Skagway (zip 99840) is 1,038. There are 2 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Skagway (zip 99840) is 40.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Skagway (zip 99840) is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Skagway (zip 99840)
- 40.8% are married
- 12.2% are divorced
- 31.3% are married with children
- 15.9% have children, but are single
Race in Skagway (zip 99840)
- 78.6% are White
- 0.2% are Black
- 4.0% are Asian
- 5.3% are Native American
- 0.5% claim Other
- 6.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 4.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander