Talkeetna, AK is an idyllic small town located in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough of Alaska. With a population of just 947 people, Talkeetna is one of the most remote communities and small towns in the United States. It is known for its quaint downtown area, with a variety of local shops and restaurants. The town has a strong sense of community spirit and there are numerous year-round outdoor activities to be enjoyed, such as fishing, hunting, skiing, snowmobiling, camping, rafting and kayaking. Local businesses include Nagley's General Store which has been in business since 1935, Talkeetna Roadhouse which offers home cooked meals, Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge which offers beautiful rooms with views of Denali mountain range and 4 Corners Guide Service which offers guided fishing trips on the Susitna River. In addition to these events there are also annual sporting events such as the Groundhog Marathon held every February and the River Quest Race held every May. With its stunning scenery and friendly locals Talkeetna is truly a wonderful place to visit or live!
The population in Talkeetna is 947. There are 33 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Talkeetna is 41.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Talkeetna is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Talkeetna
- 50.7% are married
- 11.0% are divorced
- 45.8% are married with children
- 14.0% have children, but are single
Race in Talkeetna
- 86.4% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.1% are Asian
- 2.9% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 8.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander