Homer, Alaska
Homer: city in Alaska, USA
About
Homer is a city located in the county of Kenai Peninsula Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,003. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,034 inhabitants.
The city was created 62 years ago in 1964.
Quick Facts about Homer
| Population | 6,034 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Alaska (United States) |
| County | Kenai Peninsula Borough |
| Postal code | 99603 |
| Phone Area Codes | 907 |
| Water as percent of area | 48.42% |
| Land as percent of area | 51.58% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 59.6425,-151.5494 |
| Altitude | 95 feet / 29 meters |
| Establishment | March 13, 1964 (62 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Anchorage |
| Local time | 16:29:54 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 17.09% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 35℉ Light Rain 7-days weather |
Geography
Homer is located at 59°38'33"N 151°32'58"W (59.6425000, -151.5494000).
Homer map
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Weather
Rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Homer increased by 17.09% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,003 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,150 | 2.85% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,247 | 1.85% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,297 | 0.94% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,393 | 1.78% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,505 | 2.03% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,627 | 2.17% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,727 | 1.75% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,808 | 1.39% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,922 | 1.93% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,034 | 1.86% | estimation process |
People born in Homer (4)
People born in Homer, including model Ambrose Olsen, Olympic wrestler Tela O'Donnell, rower Stacey Borgman, .
More notable people
- Kristen Faulkner (American cyclist) she was born in 18/12/1992
Closest post offices linked to Homer.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Homer Post Office | Homer (AK) | 99603 |
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- Homer, New York village in New York with a population of 3,082 people.
- Homer, Louisiana town in Louisiana, United States with a population of 2,789 people.
- Homer, Michigan village in Calhoun County, Michigan with a population of 1,643 people.
- Homer, Minnesota census-designated place in Winona County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 1,351 people.
- Homer, Georgia city in Banks County, Georgia, United States of America with a population of 1,257 people.
- Homer, Illinois human settlement in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 1,143 people.
- Homer, Ohio human settlement in Ohio, United States of America with a population of 1,014 people.
- Homer, Nebraska village in Nebraska with a population of 520 people.
- Homer, Missouri township in Missouri with a population of 428 people.
- Homer, North Dakota township in Stutsman County, North Dakota with a population of 268 people.
Other cities in Kenai Peninsula Borough
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Kenai Peninsula Borough , AK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Kenai | 7,890 | City in Alaska |
| Kalifornsky | 7,850 | Census designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska |
| Soldotna | 4,790 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Nikiski | 4,493 | Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska |
| Seward | 2,927 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Ridgeway | 2,022 | American city in Iowa |
| Bear Creek | 1,956 | Town in Marion County, Alabama, USA |
| Fritz Creek | 1,932 | Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska |
| Anchor Point | 1,930 | Census-designated place in Alaska, United States |
| Cohoe | 1,364 | Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska |
| Diamond Ridge | 1,156 | Census-designated place in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska |
| Kachemak | 494 | City in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska, United States |
| Seldovia | 278 | City in Alaska |
Distance to Other Cities
Homer distances to largest Alaska cities