Port Alexander, AK is a small town located on the northwest tip of Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago. It has a population of just 60 people according to the latest survey, and a density of 16 people per square mile. The town is situated on a beautiful stretch of beach with stunning ocean views, and nearby mountains providing plenty of opportunities for hiking and other outdoor activities. The town's economy is based mainly on fishing, and there are several local businesses that cater to visitors including Port Side Charters, which offers boat tours and whale watching trips, as well as the Port Alexander Lodge which offers accommodations for travelers.
The Port Alexander Seafood Co-op is also worth checking out for fresh and sustainably sourced seafood. There are plenty of year-round outdoor activities such as kayaking, camping, beachcombing and exploring the rich marine life around the area. There are also organizations dedicated to preserving local ecology through environmental education programs, so you can learn more about local flora and fauna before embarking on your adventures. For sports fans there are several local teams that compete in basketball tournaments each summer at the Community Center Gymnasium. So if you're looking for an escape from urban life with stunning natural beauty all around you then head to Port Alexander!
The population in Port Alexander (zip 99836) is 60. There are 17 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Port Alexander (zip 99836) is 57, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Port Alexander (zip 99836) is 3.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Port Alexander (zip 99836)
- 68.6% are married
- 0.0% are divorced
- 66.7% are married with children
- 0.0% have children, but are single
Race in Port Alexander (zip 99836)
- 88.3% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 11.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander