Deering

Ipnatchiaq
Aerial photograph of Deering Village

Established in 1901 as a supply station for Interior gold mining, Deering is located on a sand and gravel spit in Kotzebue Sound at the mouth of the Inmachuk River. The local economy is a mix of cash and subsistence activities. Residents of the primarily Iñupiat village are interested in developing a craft production facility, cultural training center, and eco-tourism opportunities, including a road to Inmachuk Springs.

Deering Village Map
Year Incorporated
1970
Community Type
2nd Class City
Federally Recognized Tribe
Native Village of Deering
Population (2020)
182
Median Age (2016-2020)
26
Percent Alaska Native / American Indian alone or in combination (2016-2020)
92%
Average Household Size (2016-2020)
5.05
Fuel Cost (2022)
$5.50/gallon (Gasoline)
$5.20/gallon (Heating Oil)
Median Household Income (2016-2020)
$40,000
Denali Commission Distressed Community (2018)
No
Electric Utility
Ipnatchiaq Electric Company
Water System
Water delivery, Washeteria
Wastewater System
Vacuum, Honeybucket
Landfill Class
III
Road Access
No
Air Access
Gravel Airport
Runway 1
3,320 ft x 75 ft
Runway 2
2,660 ft x 75 ft
Dock/Port
Yes
Barge Access
Seasonal
Top Employers
Ipnatchiaq Electric Co
5-9
Deering School
5-9
Deering Clinic
5-9
Maniilaq Center
5-9
Number of Active Business Licenses (2019)
6
Deering School:
Grades
Pre K-12
Enrollment
50
Year Built
1984

BOROUGH ASSEMBLY MEMBERS

Nathan Hadley, Jr.

President - Seat F - Buckland/Deering
P.O. Box 83 Buckland, AK 99727

Raven Sheldon

Seat E- Selawik, Buckland, Deering