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Nelchina, AK
Census-designated place in Copper River Census Area, Alaska.
Population
149
Land area
47.4sq mi
People per sq mi
3
ZIP codes
0
Nelchina and its ZIP codes
Nelchina at a glance
- Nelchina is about 2.4 times as dense as Alaska as a whole.
Local data for Nelchina, AK
Counts from official public data
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Copper River Census Area. PPP loans are for Nelchina.
Unemployment rate
6.7%
Sep 2026, +1.4 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$58,561
1,091 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$64,258
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$43.6M
FY 2026, $16,664 per person
Environment and hazard risk
Nelchina, AK, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Very Low
Top: avalanche
Storm events since 1996
23
Countywide, mostly flood
Cities near Nelchina
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Eureka RoadhouseCensus-designated place | 11 mi | 185.8 |
| MendeltnaCensus-designated place | 13 mi | 451.7 |
| TolsonaCensus-designated place | 25 mi | 45.5 |
| Lake LouiseCensus-designated place | 29 mi | 55.8 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Nelchina, AK in?
- Nelchina is in Copper River Census Area, Alaska.
- What is the population of Nelchina, AK?
- About 149 people live in Nelchina, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Nelchina?
- Nearby places include Eureka Roadhouse (11 mi), Mendeltna (13 mi), Tolsona (25 mi), Lake Louise (29 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023
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