Fairbanks, Alaska is a vibrant and diverse city with a population of 17,608, according to the 2018 US Census. The population density is 4 people per square mile, compared to the US population density of 93 people per square mile. Fairbanks offers numerous attractions, businesses, and organizations for residents and visitors to enjoy year-round.
For shopping and dining options, locals can visit places such as Lavelle’s Bistro, Ben’s Bakery Cafe & Coffeehouse, Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co., Burger Bus Drive In and Barrow Drug Store. There are also several outdoor activities to enjoy in Fairbanks such as biking or walking along the Chena River or visiting Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge. Other local attractions include Pioneer Park with its weekly concerts in the summertime and Tanana Valley Farmer's Market that takes place during summer months. Additionally, there are multiple sports teams in Fairbanks such as the Goldpanners Baseball Club who compete in collegiate summer baseball league championships every year. Finally, other notable organizations in Fairbanks include the University of Alaska Museum of the North and Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center which offers insight into local culture and history.
The population in Fairbanks (zip 99701) is 17,608. There are 4 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Fairbanks (zip 99701) is 33.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Fairbanks (zip 99701) is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Fairbanks (zip 99701)
- 48.3% are married
- 16.8% are divorced
- 25.9% are married with children
- 26.2% have children, but are single
Race in Fairbanks (zip 99701)
- 57.1% are White
- 7.0% are Black
- 4.8% are Asian
- 11.9% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 8.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 10.6% Two or more races
- 0.4% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander