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Yukon Koyukuk Census Region
population: 6,368
Located in Alaska's Interior, the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area stretches across more than 148,250 square miles from the Canadian border to the lower Yukon River. Five national wildlife refuges and several mountain ranges lie within this vast landscape. The Yukon River roughly bisects the area, flowing nearly 1,100 miles through it in a southwesterly direction.
Only 6,551 people reside in the area, over 70% of them Alaska Natives. One third of the area's population live in the four largest communities, Galena (675), Fort Yukon (595), Nenana (402), and McGrath (401). Most settlements are located on the Yukon River or its tributaries. McGrath is an exception and lies on the banks of the Kuskokwim. Rivers are important transportation routes. In winter they serve as ice roads for snow machines. In summer, riverboats ply the waters. Just seven of the 41 settlements in this vast area are on Alaska's road system. Year round connections depend upon air transport.
Because the area is sparsely populated and its resources undeveloped, opportunities for year round employment are limited. In 1999, 23.8% of the population fell below federal poverty levels. Government employment accounts for over 70% of the region's wage and salary employment. Within the private sector, many jobs are associated with Alaska Native organizations. Subsistence remains important both culturally and as a means of livelihood.
For more info on Yukon Koyukuk Census Region visit the Alaska Department of Labor
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