Alakanuk

Alakanuk

General Information
Name	Alakanuk
Native Name
Other Names
Settlement Type	City
Transliteration
Language 1
Type 1
Info 1
Location
Coordinates	62°41 N°164
Map
Population
Total	725
Density	auto per km²
Area
Total	105.2 km²
Land	82.4 km²
Water	22.8 km²
Government
Type
Leader
Time Zone
Standard	UTC-9
DST	UTC-8

Alakanuk is a city located in the Kusilvak Census Area in the state of Alaska, United States. The name "Alakanuk" is derived from an Yup'ik word meaning "wrong way" or "mistake," referring to the maze of waterways in the area.

Geography

Alakanuk is situated at the coordinates

   
       62°41 
       N°164
   

. The city covers a total area of 105.2 square kilometers, of which 82.4 square kilometers is land and 22.8 square kilometers is water. The city is located on the Yukon River delta, which is characterized by numerous sloughs and channels.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Alakanuk had a population of 725. The population density is auto-calculated based on the area and population. The majority of the residents are of Yup'ik descent, and the community maintains a strong cultural heritage.

Economy

The economy of Alakanuk is primarily based on subsistence activities, including fishing, hunting, and gathering. Commercial fishing also plays a significant role in the local economy, particularly for salmon.

Education

Alakanuk is served by the Lower Yukon School District, which operates the Alakanuk School. The school provides education from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Transportation

Transportation in Alakanuk is primarily by boat and small aircraft. The city has a state-owned gravel airstrip, the Alakanuk Airport, which provides regular flights to other communities in the region. During the winter months, snowmobiles are commonly used for transportation.

Health Care

Health care services in Alakanuk are provided by the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation, which operates a local clinic. More specialized medical services are available in larger cities such as Bethel and Anchorage.

Related Pages

• Yukon River
• Yup'ik
• Kusilvak Census Area, Alaska
• Lower Yukon School District
• Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation