Deering, Alaska
Deering: city in Alaska
About
Deering is a city located in the county of Northwest Arctic Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Its population at the 2010 census was 122 and a population density of 30 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 123 inhabitants.
The city was created 55 years ago in 1970.
Quick Facts about Deering
| Population | 123 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Alaska (United States) |
| County | Northwest Arctic Borough |
| Postal code | 99736 |
| Area | 4.06 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 10.29% |
| Land as percent of area | 89.71% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 66.0750,-162.7208 |
| Altitude | 7 feet / 2 meters |
| Establishment | October 28, 1970 (55 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Nome |
| Local time | 00:57:13 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 30 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.81% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Deering is located at 66°4'30"N 162°43'15"W (66.0750100, -162.7208000).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Deering increased by 0.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 122 | - | census |
| 2011 | 125 | 2.4% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 125 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 125 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 126 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 127 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 126 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 127 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 125 | -1.6% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 123 | -1.63% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 123 | 0% | estimation process |
Deering zip code is 99736.
County name: Northwest Arctic, County
fips: 02188
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Closest post offices linked to Deering.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Deering Post Office | Deering (AK) | 99736 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Deering, New Hampshire city in Alaska with a population of 1,970 people.
- Deering, North Dakota human settlement in McHenry County, North Dakota, United States of America with a population of 111 people.
Other cities in Northwest Arctic Borough
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Northwest Arctic Borough , AK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kotzebue | 3,260 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Selawik | 840 | City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States |
| Noorvik | 679 | City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States |
| Buckland | 422 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Kivalina | 379 | Alaska town facing tundra erosion |
| Kiana | 338 | City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States |
| Shungnak | 267 | City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States |
| Kobuk | 153 | City in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States |