Grayling, Alaska facts for kids
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Grayling
Sixno' Xidakagg
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 Grayling, Alaska
Location in Alaska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| Census Area | Yukon-Koyukuk |
| Incorporated | June 9, 1969 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 11.23 sq mi (29.10 km2) |
| • Land | 11.23 sq mi (29.08 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 210 |
| • Density | 18.70/sq mi (7.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-9 (Alaska (AKST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-8 (AKDT) |
| ZIP code |
99590
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| Area code | 907 |
| FIPS code | 02-30060 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1402921 |
Grayling (which is called Sixno' Xidakagg in the Holikachuk language) is a small city in Alaska, United States. It is located in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area. A census area is like a county, but without its own local government.
In 2020, about 210 people lived in Grayling. This city is special because it's a checkpoint for the famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. This happens every two years, on odd-numbered years. Dog sled teams stop here after Anvik and before Eagle Island.
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Where is Grayling Located?
Grayling is found at coordinates 62°54′38″N 160°4′2″W / 62.91056°N 160.06722°W. It covers a total area of about 29.10 square kilometers (11.23 square miles). Almost all of this area is land, with only a tiny bit of water.
Who Lives in Grayling?
Grayling became an official city in 1969. Here's how its population has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 139 | — | |
| 1980 | 209 | 50.4% | |
| 1990 | 208 | −0.5% | |
| 2000 | 194 | −6.7% | |
| 2010 | 194 | 0.0% | |
| 2020 | 210 | 8.2% | |
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In 2000, there were 194 people living in Grayling. Most of the people living there were Native American (about 88%). A smaller number were White (about 7%). Some people were from other backgrounds.
There were 51 households in the city. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Many households (47.1%) had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 3 to 4 people.
Age of Residents
The people in Grayling are quite young! In 2000, almost half (46.4%) of the population was under 18 years old. The average age was 20 years. This means there are many young people and families in Grayling.
Community Income
In 2000, the average income for a household in Grayling was $21,875 per year. For families, it was $18,750. The average income per person was $7,049. Some families and individuals in Grayling faced financial challenges, with about 64.5% of the population living below what is called the "poverty line." This means they had very low incomes.
Schools in Grayling
The Iditarod Area School District is in charge of the schools in this area. In Grayling, students go to the David Louis Memorial School.
See also
In Spanish: Grayling (Alaska) para niños
