Tobacco use in Alaska continues to decline, though rates still above US averages
April 28, 2025 by alaskabeacon.com
Tobacco use in Alaska continues to decline, though rates still above US averages
Smoking rates in Alaska have steadily declined over the past decades, according to a new report from the state's Department of Health. Adult smoking dropped from 28% in the 1990s to 16% in 2023, with significant decreases also among Alaska Native adults. Despite this progress, about one in four adults still used tobacco or nicotine products in 2023. Among youth, both cigarette and e-cigarette use have also fallen, showing the success of public health campaigns.
