CITY · AK

What county is Fairbanks, AK in?

Fairbanks, AK is mostly in Fairbanks North Star Borough. County FIPS code 02090, population 94,840 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Fairbanks, Alaska
Primary county: Fairbanks North Star Borough
FIPS code: 02090
County population: 94,840

Some cities extend into more than one county. Fairbanks is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Fairbanks in?

Fairbanks, AK is mostly in Fairbanks North Star Borough.

What is the county seat of Fairbanks North Star Borough?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.