Denali Borough, AK

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Denali Borough, AK

Denali Borough is a borough located in the U.S. state of Alaska. The borough is part of the unorganized borough and therefore has no borough seat. Its largest community is Healy, and its population as of the 2020 census was 2,097.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Denali Borough, AK is located in the interior of Alaska, with the Alaska Range running through the borough. The borough covers an area of 12,750 square miles, of which 12,694 square miles is land and 56 square miles is water.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, there were 2,097 people residing in the borough. The racial makeup of the borough was 85.5% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 7.3% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 4.0% from two or more races. 2.3% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Healthcare in Denali Borough, AK[edit | edit source]

Healthcare services in Denali Borough, AK are primarily provided by the Denali Borough Health Department and the Interior Community Health Center.

Denali Borough Health Department[edit | edit source]

The Denali Borough Health Department provides a variety of services to residents of the borough, including immunizations, health education, and emergency preparedness. The department also conducts inspections of food establishments and provides information on communicable diseases.

Interior Community Health Center[edit | edit source]

The Interior Community Health Center is a primary care facility that provides a range of services, including medical, dental, and behavioral health services. The center is a federally qualified health center, meaning it receives federal funding to provide primary care services in underserved areas.

Education[edit | edit source]

Education in Denali Borough, AK is provided by the Denali Borough School District, which operates two schools: Tri-Valley School and Cantwell School.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Transportation in Denali Borough, AK is primarily by road, with the George Parks Highway running through the borough. The borough is also served by the Alaska Railroad, and the Healy River Airport provides air service.

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