ZIP Code 99517, Alaska
ZIP Code 99517 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 99517 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,486. The land area covers 3.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,486 | ±1,140 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,697 | ±442 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 7,782 | ±446 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,697 | ±442 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,085 | ±266 |
| Median Home Value | $402,100 | ±$25,080 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,364 | ±$84 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $103,880 | ±$8,154 |
| Per Capita Income | $59,420 | ±$5,357 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,593 | ±352 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.3% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,535 | ±767 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2023-2024)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Nearby | 2-16 | ANCHORAGE, AK | |
| 5 Nearby | 2-12 | ANCHORAGE, AK | |
| 8 Nearby | 6-11 | ANCHORAGE, AK | |
| 8 Nearby | 2-13 | ANCHORAGE, AK | |
| 4 Nearby | 2-17 | EAGLE RIVER, AK | |
| 3 Nearby | 3-17 | ANCHORAGE, AK | |
| 1 Nearby | 12-17 | ANCHORAGE, AK | |
| 1 Nearby | 2-11 | ANCHORAGE, AK | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-13 | EAGLE RIVER, AK | |
| 7 Nearby | 3-17 | EAGLE RIVER, AK |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Alaska Career College
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College | 2.8 mi away | 1415 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK, 99507-1033 |
9075637575
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Z. J. LOUSSAC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 3600 DENALI STREET, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99503 |
(907) 343-2892
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Charter College
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College | 3.4 mi away | 2221 East Norhtern Lights Boulevard, Suite 120, Anchorage, AK, 99508-4103 |
9072271000
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MOUNTAIN VIEW LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 120 SOUTH BRAGAW STREET, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99508 |
(907) 343-2819
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University of Alaska Anchorage
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College | 3.8 mi away | 3211 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99508 |
9077861800
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MULDOON LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 1251 MULDOON ROAD, SUITE 158, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99504 |
(907) 343-4223
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Alaska Pacific University
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College | 4.5 mi away | 4101 University Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99508 |
9075611266
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CHUGIAK-EAGLE RIVER LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 12001 BUSINESS BOULEVARD #176, EAGLE RIVER, AK, 99577 |
(907) 343-1530
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HOPE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 18487 A AVENUE, HOPE, AK, 99605 |
(907) 782-3121
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ANCHORAGE LAKE HOOD AP, AK US, located 1.2 miles from ZCTA5 99517. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.8° | 10.1° | 16.5° | 0.62" | — |
| February | 27.3° | 14.0° | 20.7° | 0.62" | — |
| March | 33.3° | 17.3° | 25.3° | 0.56" | — |
| April | 46.1° | 29.6° | 37.8° | 0.38" | — |
| May | 57.8° | 41.1° | 49.4° | 0.58" | — |
| June | 65.5° | 49.5° | 57.5° | 0.93" | — |
| July | 68.1° | 53.7° | 60.9° | 1.78" | — |
| August | 65.4° | 51.5° | 58.5° | 2.81" | — |
| September | 56.6° | 43.4° | 50.0° | 3.06" | — |
| October | 42.4° | 31.4° | 36.9° | 1.68" | — |
| November | 28.8° | 18.1° | 23.5° | 1.07" | — |
| December | 24.9° | 13.0° | 19.0° | 0.89" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point MacKenzie CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
| Anchorage municipality | City | 21.8 mi | — |
| Big Lake CDP | CDP | 22.5 mi | — |
| Hope CDP | CDP | 23.3 mi | — |
| Knik-Fairview CDP | CDP | 24.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 99517. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.