Akutan, AK is a small fishing village located on Akun Island in the Aleutian Archipelago of Alaska with a population of 801 people. The village's economy is largely based on its rich fishing industry and local businesses such as Akutan Fish Company and Beachside Bait & Tackle provide services to commercial fishermen year-round. Along with fishing, there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy including hiking, kayaking, whale watching, and camping. Local events such as Bear Paw Festival and the Fourth of July celebration bring the community together for great food, fun, music, dancing, and games. Additionally, Akutan hosts sporting events such as high school tournaments in football and basketball that attract spectators from nearby villages.
The population in Akutan (zip 99553) is 801. There are 58 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Akutan (zip 99553) is 44.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Akutan (zip 99553) is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Akutan (zip 99553)
- 41.4% are married
- 8.4% are divorced
- 33.3% are married with children
- 4.8% have children, but are single
Race in Akutan (zip 99553)
- 12.6% are White
- 15.1% are Black
- 35.1% are Asian
- 16.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 18.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.0% Two or more races
- 1.7% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander