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Valdez Cordova County
Whittier, AK
99693
99693 ZIP Code — Whittier, AK
Valdez Cordova County, Alaska
ZIP code 99693 is located in
Whittier ,
Alaska ,
within Valdez Cordova County .
It covers approximately 61.03 square miles and serves a population of
391 residents.
This is a standard ZIP code in the Alaska (AKT) timezone,
served by area code 907 .
About ZIP code 99693
The housing stock consists of a significant share of large multi-unit buildings. Most homes were built in the 1950s, giving the area an established character. Median home value is $79,500. Renters make up the majority at 72%, typical of denser urban areas.
Median household income is $48,750. Poverty affects 22% of residents, above the national average. SNAP benefit usage at 31% of households reflects economic stress in the area. 34% of households receive Social Security income, suggesting a notable retiree or disability population.
The dominant occupation class is natural resources, construction, and trades, with construction as the leading industry. The average commute of 6 minutes is near the national average.
College attainment at 20% is below the national average, consistent with a trades and production-oriented local economy.
Notable community characteristics include a notable veteran presence at 11% of civilians, above the national average of 7%.
Overall, ZIP code 99693 reflects a community defined by a trades-oriented workforce, economic challenges above the national average, a strong veteran community, a significant Social Security-dependent population, and elevated reliance on food assistance.
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Demographics
updated 06/2026
Population
Total population
391
Population density
6 / sq mi
State FIPS
02
County FIPS
261
Geography
Land area
61.03 sq mi
Water area
13.74 sq mi
Latitude
60.4388
Longitude
-148.3012
Timezone
Alaska (AKT)
Area code
907
Economics
updated 06/2026
Household income
Income range
This ZIP
County avg
State avg
Under $50k
39.6%
29.4%
29.8%
$50k – $100k
37.5%
32.9%
32.4%
$100k – $200k
21.9%
28.5%
28.9%
Over $200k
1.0%
9.2%
8.8%
Demographics & statistics
$48,750
Median household income
19.5%
Bachelor's or higher
Age distribution
Age summary
Group Count % Under 18 91 23.3% 18 and over 300 76.7% 65 and over 54 13.8% Median age 37.7 years
Race & ethnicity
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
12.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
6.6%
Black or African American
0.8%
Group Count % White 181 45.9% Asian 105 26.6% Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 51 12.9% American Indian / Alaska Native 26 6.6% Two or more races 22 5.6% Black or African American 3 0.8% Hispanic or Latino 3 0.8% Other race 3 0.8%
Household income
Income range
This ZIP
County avg
State avg
Under $50k
39.6%
29.4%
29.8%
$50k – $100k
37.5%
32.9%
32.4%
$100k – $200k
21.9%
28.5%
28.9%
Over $200k
1.0%
9.2%
8.8%
Range % of households Under $10k 7.1% $10k–$15k 4.5% $15k–$25k 10.3% $25k–$35k 8.3% $35k–$50k 25.0% $50k–$75k 12.8% $75k–$100k 9.0% $100k–$150k 11.5% $150k–$200k 8.3% $200k+ 3.2% Median income $48,750
Housing
Housing overview
Metric Value Median home value $79,500 Median rent / month $957 Owner occupied 27.6% Renter occupied 72.4% Vacant 55.4% Single-family detached 4.3% Large apartment buildings 75.1% Mobile homes 0.0% Median rooms 3.8 Avg household size (owned) 1.58
Year built
Era % 2020 or later 0.0% 2010–2019 0.3% 2000–2009 1.7% 1990–1999 0.6% 1980–1989 1.1% 1970–1979 1.7% 1960–1969 1.7% 1950–1959 65.4% 1940–1949 26.9% 1939 or earlier 0.6%
Bedrooms
Size % of units No bedroom (studio) 21.4% 1 bedroom 11.7% 2 bedrooms 31.4% 3 bedrooms 30.9% 4 bedrooms 3.1% 5+ bedrooms 1.4%
Vehicles per household
Vehicles % of households No vehicle 20.5% 1 vehicle 40.4% 2 vehicles 28.8% 3 or more 10.3%
Heating fuel
Fuel type % Utility gas 73.7% Electricity 5.8% Propane / LP gas 1.3% Fuel oil 16.7%
Households & families
Household type Count % Married-couple family 62 39.7% Cohabiting couple 17 10.9% Male householder, no spouse 35 22.4% Female householder, no spouse 42 26.9% Households with children under 18 54 34.6% Households with seniors (65+) 49 31.4% Average household size 2.29
Marital status
Status Male Female Never married 30.4% 25.7% Married 50.9% 50.0% Separated 2.3% 0.7% Widowed 1.8% 9.7% Divorced 14.6% 13.9%
Education
Some college, no degree
26.3%
Graduate / professional
4.2%
Metric % HS diploma or higher 93.5% Bachelor's or higher 19.5%
School enrollment (ages 3–17)
Type Count % Nursery / preschool 15 20.0% Kindergarten 2 2.7% Elementary school 35 46.7% High school 22 29.3% College / grad school 1 1.3%
Employment
Industry of employment
Finance & real estate
15.5%
Agriculture & mining
13.8%
Public administration
13.3%
Arts, food & hospitality
9.4%
Transportation & utilities
6.1%
Education & healthcare
3.9%
Professional & management
1.1%
Occupation
Category % Management, business & arts 22.7% Service 15.5% Sales & office 22.1% Natural resources & construction 26.5% Production & transportation 13.3%
Employment type
Type % Private sector 65.7% Government 32.0% Self-employed 2.2% Unpaid family workers 0.0%
Commute
Method % Drive alone 43.3% Carpool 10.1% Public transit 0.0% Walk 34.3% Work from home 12.4% Other means 0.0% Avg commute (minutes) 6.1
Poverty
Married-couple families
6.5%
Female-led households
57.1%
Income support
Source % of households Social Security 34.0% Retirement income 18.6% Supplemental Security 3.2% Cash public assistance 10.9% Food stamps / SNAP 30.8%
Health indicators
Condition % Obesity 31.6% High blood pressure 30.7% High cholesterol 30.7% Diabetes 7.8% Heart disease 5.0% Stroke 2.3% Asthma 8.4% Arthritis 19.9% Kidney disease 2.2% Pulmonary disease 4.6% Cancer 5.6%
Behavior / access % Smoking 15.5% Binge drinking 20.5% No physical activity 18.2% Less than 7 hrs sleep 30.6% Depression 14.6% Fair or poor health 10.0% Poor mental health 10.8% Poor physical health 8.1% No health insurance 12.1% Visited doctor (checkup) 59.4% Visited dentist 63.4% Cholesterol screening 88.7% Teeth loss 9.1%
Veterans & disability
Veterans Count % Civilian veterans 34 11.3%
Disability % Any disability 15.1% Under 18 7.7% 18–64 years 13.8% 65 and over 33.3%
Health insurance coverage
Type % Private insurance 48.1% Public insurance 58.1% No insurance 10.7% Uninsured under 19 4.2%
Language & origin
Language spoken at home (age 5+)
Language Count % English only 357 91.3% Spanish 28 7.8% Other Indo-European 0 0.0% Asian & Pacific Islander 0 0.0% Other languages 28 7.8%
Place of birth & citizenship
Origin Count % Native born (US) 313 80.1% Born in same state 259 66.2% Born in different state 84 21.5% Foreign born 54 13.8% Naturalized citizen 78 19.9% Not a US citizen 46 59.0%
Ancestry
Ancestry Count % French 65 16.6% Italian 23 5.9% Arab 21 5.4% Polish 5 1.3%
Ancestry Count % German 4 1% English 4 1% Dutch 3 0.8%
Technology access
Metric % of households Computer access 39.9% Internet access 96.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.
Frequently asked questions about ZIP code 99693
What city is ZIP code 99693 in?
ZIP code 99693 is primarily assigned to Whittier, Alaska.
What county is ZIP code 99693 in?
ZIP code 99693 falls within Valdez Cordova County, Alaska.
Is ZIP code 99693 mostly rentals?
72% of occupied units in ZIP code 99693 are renter-occupied.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 99693?
22% of residents in ZIP code 99693 live below the poverty line, above the national average.
Does ZIP code 99693 have a large veteran population?
11% of civilians in ZIP code 99693 are veterans, above the national average of ~7%.
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 99693?
The median home value in ZIP code 99693 is $79,500.
What timezone is ZIP code 99693 in?
ZIP code 99693 observes the AKST timezone.
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