Houston, Alaska
Houston: city in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, United States
About
Houston is a city located in the county of Matanuska-Susitna Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,912. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,462 inhabitants.
The city was created 59 years ago in 1966.
Quick Facts about Houston
| Population | 2,462 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Alaska (United States) |
| County | Matanuska-Susitna Borough |
| Postal code | 99694 |
| Phone Area Codes | 907 |
| Water as percent of area | 4.94% |
| Land as percent of area | 95.06% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 61.6303,-149.8181 |
| Altitude | 249 feet / 76 meters |
| Establishment | June 06, 1966 (59 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Anchorage |
| Local time | 00:56:31 (19th April 2026) |
| Population growth | 22.34% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 30℉ Chance Rain And Snow 7-days weather |
Geography
Houston is located at 61°37'49"N 149°49'5"W (61.6302800, -149.8180600).
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Weather
A chance of rain and snow. Cloudy, with a low around 30. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Houston
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Houston increased by 22.34% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,912 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,977 | 3.29% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,027 | 2.47% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,066 | 1.89% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,121 | 2.59% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,200 | 3.59% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,286 | 3.76% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,348 | 2.64% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,383 | 1.47% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,412 | 1.2% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,462 | 2.03% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Houston, AK. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102580 | Alaska Bible College | Palmer (AK) | 99645 |
| 102553 | University of Alaska Anchorage | Anchorage (AK) | 99508 |
| 102669 | Alaska Pacific University | Anchorage (AK) | 99508 |
| 103501 | Alaska Career College | Anchorage (AK) | 99507-1033 |
Closest post offices linked to Houston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Post Office | Willow (AK) | 99688 |
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Other cities in Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Matanuska-Susitna Borough , AK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wasilla | 11,099 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Tanaina | 8,197 | Census-designated place in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska |
| Palmer | 7,766 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Meadow Lakes | 7,570 | Census designated place in Alaska, United States |
| Willow | 2,102 | Census-designated place in Alaska, USA |
| Lazy Mountain | 1,479 | Census designated place |
| Talkeetna | 876 | Place in Alaska |
Distance to Other Cities
Houston distances to largest Alaska cities