Northwest Arctic Borough Map, Alaska
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Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska
Northwest Arctic Borough covers a big chunk of northwest Alaska. The largest town is Kotzebue but there are other small villages here too.
The area is home to many Iñupiat people who have lived here for thousands of years. Hunting, fishing, and gathering are still important parts of life. The area is rich in wildlife, including caribou, bears, and whales.
Mining is a big part of the economy, especially the Red Dog zinc mine. Climate change is affecting the region, with melting permafrost and changing animal patterns. Despite modern challenges, traditional culture remains strong in the Northwest Arctic Borough.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Borough Name | Northwest Arctic Borough |
| Borough Seat | Kotzebue |
| Population | Approximately 7,800 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Kotzebue, Ambler, Buckland, Deering, Kiana, Kivalina, Kobuk, Noatak, Noorvik, Selawik, Shungnak |
| Interstates and Highways | None (No interstates; some local roads connect communities) |
| FIPS Code | 02-188 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 40,749 square miles (Land: 35,898 sq mi, Water: 4,851 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Boroughs and Census Areas (and Direction) | North Slope Borough (North), Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area (East), Nome Census Area (South) |
| Time Zone | Alaska Time Zone (AKT) |
| State | Alaska |
| Coordinates | 67.2421° N, 162.3157° W |
| Etymology | Named for its location in the northwestern part of Alaska, in the Arctic region |
| Major Landmarks | Kobuk Valley National Park, Noatak National Preserve, Cape Krusenstern National Monument, Red Dog Mine, Selawik National Wildlife Refuge |
| Website | Northwest Arctic Borough Website |
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