The demographic distribution of women and children in a state, county or city can have an impact on the rates of birth outcomes in that area. When comparing the rates of health indicators between different geographic regions, these distributions should be taken into consideration.
Last updated:
February 2024
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The total population of Alaska in 2021 was 732,673.
In Alaska in 2021, the population of children under the age of 19 was 195,997.
In Alaska in 2021, the population of women ages 15-44 was 144,275.
During 2020-2022 (average), about 1 in 7 women of childbearing age (ages 15-44) (15.0%) in Alaska were living in families with incomes below the Federal Poverty Level.
Sources: US Census Bureau. Population estimates based on bridged race categories released by the National Center for Health Statistics. Retrieved April 28, 2024, from www.marchofdimes.org/peristats.
The total population of Alaska in 2021 was 732,673.
The demographic distribution of women and children in a state, county or city can have an impact on the rates of birth outcomes in that area. When comparing the rates of health indicators between different geographic regions, these distributions should be considered.