Anchorage at a Glance: Size, Population, and Density

Anchorage Key Statistics

• Land Area: 5,050 km² (1,950 sq mi)
• Population (2020): 291,247
• Population Density: 58 per km² (151 per sq mi)

Anchorage is Alaska's largest city by population, encompassing a vast municipal area that includes urban centers, wilderness parks, and military bases.