Economy & Jobs — Bethel, Alaska
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $117,255 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$125,000 |
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| Per Capita Income | $40,617 |
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| Poverty Rate | 11.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 8.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 3,011 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 23.7% |
| Public Admin | 14.7% |
| Transportation | 12.9% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Grocery Stores | 22 |
| General Merchandise | 13 |
| Gas Stations | 6 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 6 |
| Fast Food | 6 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
