Sitka, AK, with a population of 8,810 is located on Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago of Southeast Alaska. Sitka has a population density of 5 people per square mile compared to the US Population Density of 93 People per Square mile. The local economy is centered around fishing and tourism and it is home to small businesses like Fishermen's Daughter Gallery, Totem Square Books & Gifts, and Sea Breeze B&B. In addition to these businesses there are also numerous outdoor activities year-round such as biking trails, kayaking tours, whale watching charters, glacier hikes, and fishing expeditions that locals and tourists alike can enjoy. There are also several organizations that promote the arts such as New Archangel Dancers which promotes Russian folk dancing and Raven Radio which broadcasts locally produced content. Last but not least Sitka hosts several sports events including marathons and a summer triathlon series.
The population in Sitka (zip 99835) is 8,810. There are 6 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Sitka (zip 99835) is 39.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Sitka (zip 99835) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Sitka (zip 99835)
- 55.0% are married
- 13.6% are divorced
- 33.0% are married with children
- 15.4% have children, but are single
Race in Sitka (zip 99835)
- 62.4% are White
- 1.0% are Black
- 6.7% are Asian
- 13.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 6.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 10.1% Two or more races
- 0.4% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander