East Anchorage

It offers diverse housing options, accommodating every lifestyle and budget.
Explore the charm of East Anchorage, a perfect blend of urban convenience and natural beauty nestled between downtown, Midtown, and South Anchorage. Bordered by Russian Jack Springs Park, Campbell Park, and major highways, this neighborhood is a haven for home buyers and sellers.
 
East Anchorage offers diverse housing options, accommodating every lifestyle and budget. Green spaces from surrounding parks provide an ideal setting for families to enjoy outdoor activities.
 
Shopping in East Anchorage is delightful, with the renovated Midtown Mall as a retail hub anchored by Carrs, REI, and Nordstrom Rack. Locally-owned specialty shops, a bank, and charming coffee spots, along with Tikahtnu Commons and Tikahtnu Crossing malls, make this area a bustling shopping destination.
 
Venturing into Northeast Anchorage, Muldoon, Scenic Foothills, and Nunaka Valley unfold against the Chugach Mountains backdrop. Muldoon Road connects these vibrant communities, with Muldoon Park paying homage to its agricultural past. Northeast Anchorage offers diverse dining, serene spots like Cheney Lake, and the beauty of the Alaska Botanical Garden.
 
Whether in East or Northeast Anchorage, these neighborhoods invite you not just to find a home but to be part of a vibrant community. Welcome to a place where city living harmonizes with outdoor adventure and cultural richness—a true Alaskan experience.

28,840 people live in East Anchorage, where the median age is 37 and the average individual income is $35,729. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

28,840

Total Population

37 years

Median Age

High

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

$35,729

Average individual Income

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

66
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
47
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
42
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Redox CrossFit, Island Style Hair Design, and Renagade Style.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 4.79 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 2.06 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.49 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.79 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

East Anchorage has 10,823 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in East Anchorage do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 28,840 people call East Anchorage home. The population density is 7,712.847 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

28,840

Total Population

High

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

37

Median Age

53.62 / 46.38%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9: 13.07%

0-9 Years

10-17: 11.64%

10-17 Years

18-24: 10.8%

18-24 Years

25-64: 51.89%

25-64 Years

65-74: 8.86%

65-74 Years

75+: 3.73%

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade 1803 (13%)
  • High School Degree 5187 (38%)
  • Associate Degree 2238 (17%)
  • Bachelor Degree 3278 (24%)
  • Graduate Degree 1045 (8%)
10,823

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$35,729

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 3,360 (31%)

Without Children: 7,463 (69%)

Marital Status

Married 33%
Single 29%
Divorced 11%
Separated 3%

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 10%

White Collar: 90%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes 14%
15 to 29 Minutes 26%
30 to 59 Minutes 6%
60+ Minutes 2%
Primary Schools (6)
Middle Schools (1)
High Schools (1)
Mixed Schools (1)
The following schools are within or nearby East Anchorage. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Chester Valley Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
1/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
1/5
Creekside Park Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
0/5
Nunaka Valley Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
1/5
Ptarmigan Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
1/5
Muldoon Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
0/5
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