Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Alaska's capital is Juneau, not a "capital city in the traditional sense" as sometimes misunderstood. Located in the southeastern panhandle, Juneau is unique among U.S. state capitals—it's inaccessible by road, reachable only by air or sea. As of recent estimates, Juneau's population is approximately 32,000, making it the second-largest city in Alaska by population after Anchorage. The city serves as the administrative heart of the state, housing the governor's office, legislature, and state agencies.