Downtown Anchorage

In winter, enjoy outdoor ice skating and meet Star the Reindeer, the city's unofficial mascot.

Welcome to Downtown Anchorage

Discover Anchorage's vibrant mix of history and modernity in Downtown and South Addition. From its railroad camp origins in the early 1900s to its transformation into a boomtown post-oil discovery and resilient rebuilding after the 1964 earthquake, Anchorage offers a dynamic blend of old and new.

Start your journey at Ship Creek, dine at upscale spots like Orso, and explore arts at Town Square Park and the Performing Arts Center. Take in the scenic Tony Knowles Coastal Trail along Anchorage's shoreline.

Immerse yourself in history at the Anchorage Museum, find tranquility with yoga on the Delaney Park Strip, and shop for handmade treasures at markets like the Anchorage Market & Festival. In winter, enjoy outdoor ice skating and meet Star the Reindeer, the city's unofficial mascot.

Downtown Anchorage is a hub of activity, hosting events like the Open World Championship Sled Dog Races and the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. This district, bustling with hotels, restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, is the civic, cultural, and retail heart of Anchorage.

Cultural options abound, from Broadway shows and concerts at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts to exploring Alaska’s history at the Anchorage Museum. Browse downtown art galleries featuring local artists like the International Gallery of Contemporary Art.

Overview for Downtown Anchorage, AK

1,537 people live in Downtown Anchorage, where the median age is 37 and the average individual income is $42,458. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,537

Total Population

37 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$42,458

Average individual Income

Around Downtown Anchorage, AK

There's plenty to do around Downtown Anchorage, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

86

Very Walkable

Walking Score

77

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

52

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wooden Spoons Alaska, Alaska eBike, and Lyn Ary Park.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Wooden Spoons Alaska page on Yelp Search 1300 W 36th Ave on Google Maps	Dining	2.21 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Alaska eBike page on Yelp Search 2229 Spenard Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.4 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lyn Ary Park page on Yelp Search 2009 Foraker Dr on Google Maps	Active	2.29 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Dive Alaska page on Yelp Search 7100 Old Seward Hwy on Google Maps	Active	4.38 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 49th State Motor Tours page on Yelp Search 200 W 34th Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.01 miles	21 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Core Pilates page on Yelp Search 510 West Tudor Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.66 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Anchorage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu page on Yelp Search 113 W Northern Lights Blvd on Google Maps	Active	1.57 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Alaska Performance RV & Marine page on Yelp Search 6820 Arctic Blvd on Google Maps	Active	4.14 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Redox CrossFit page on Yelp Search 1530 E 59th Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.72 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio Pulse Center for Dance page on Yelp Search 2422 E Tudor Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.16 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Alaska Trail Guides page on Yelp	Active	0.7 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bellissima Hair Design By Loredana page on Yelp Search 5955 Old Seward Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	3.64 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Miss Shannon's page on Yelp Search 321 West 5th on Google Maps	Beauty	0.05 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mirrors and Shears page on Yelp Search 510 West 41st Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.41 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Victor Acosta page on Yelp Search 3105 Lakeshore Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	3.15 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Metroasis Advanced Training Center page on Yelp Search 4450 Cordova St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.67 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Drift Salon page on Yelp Search 1237 W 27th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.65 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Seva Organic Spa & Boutique page on Yelp Search 1441 W Northern Lights Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.76 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Divine You page on Yelp Search 5313 Arctic Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.2 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Herb Heals Therapeutic Massage page on Yelp Search 5313 Arctic Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.2 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown Anchorage, AK

Population Households Employment

Downtown Anchorage has 695 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown Anchorage do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,537 people call Downtown Anchorage home. The population density is 7,851.38 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,537

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37

Median Age

59.86 / 40.14%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

695

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$42,458

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

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Downtown Anchorage

Welcome to Downtown Anchorage

Overview for Downtown Anchorage, AK

1,537

37 years

High

$42,458

Around Downtown Anchorage, AK

86

Very Walkable

77

Very Bikeable

52

Good Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown Anchorage, AK

1,537

High

37

59.86 / 40.14%

695

2

$42,458

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