Kivalina, Alaska
Kivalina: Alaska town facing tundra erosion.
About
Kivalina is a town located in the county of Northwest Arctic Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Its population at the 2010 census was 374 and a population density of 36 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 379 inhabitants.
The town was created 57 years ago in 1969.
Quick Facts about Kivalina
| Population | 379 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Alaska (United States) |
| County | Northwest Arctic Borough |
| Postal code | 99750 |
| Phone Area Codes | 907 |
| Area | 10.26 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 62.24% |
| Land as percent of area | 37.76% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 67.7270,-164.5378 |
| Altitude | 13 feet / 4 meters |
| Establishment | June 23, 1969 (57 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Alaska Time Zone |
| Local time | 17:25:26 (6th November 2026) |
| Density | 37 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.34% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 17℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Kivalina is located at 67°43'37"N 164°32'16"W (67.7270300, -164.5377700).
Kivalina map
Weather
Sunny, with a high near 17. Northeast wind around 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Kivalina increased by 1.34% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 374 | - | census |
| 2011 | 383 | 2.41% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 382 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 383 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 386 | 0.78% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 387 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 383 | -1.03% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 387 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 381 | -1.55% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 379 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 379 | 0% | estimation process |
Closest post offices linked to Kivalina.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Kivalina Post Office | Kivalina (AK) | 99750 |
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 |