Tyonek, AK is a small town located on the west side of the Cook Inlet, with a population of 331 people. It is an incredibly diverse community, with many locally owned businesses and organizations. Popular businesses in Tyonek are The Tyonek Trading Post, Tom’s Fuel Service, and The Tyonek Inn & Cafe. Year-round outdoor activities in Tyonek include fishing, hunting, berry picking, hiking, and beachcombing. Additionally there are various demographic organizations such as the Tyonek Traditional Council that serve to protect and preserve Native Alaskan culture. For locals interested in sports there is the annual Tyonek Soccer Tournament which brings teams from across the state to compete.
The population in Tyonek is 331. There are 5 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Tyonek is 40.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Tyonek is 3.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Tyonek
- 34.7% are married
- 12.0% are divorced
- 9.3% are married with children
- 41.9% have children, but are single
Race in Tyonek
- 1.8% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 2.5% are Asian
- 72.7% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 14.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 7.7% Two or more races
- 0.9% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander