Anchor Point, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,291 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,382 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$235,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,008 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kenai Peninsula Borough
2
Alaska
6
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kenai Peninsula Borough
4
Alaska
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 16 24
Feb 3 13 25
Mar 3 10 29
Apr 2 4 36
May 2 0 44
Jun 1 0 50
Jul 2 0 55
Aug 3 0 54
Sep 5 0 48
Oct 4 3 37
Nov 4 10 28
Dec 5 19 26

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District C, AK State House District 6, AK
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Schools

Chapman School
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Nikolaevsk School
5 miles, NE • 2.8 star
West Homer Elementary
8 miles, S • 4.1 star
Fireweed Academy
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Alaska Vocational Technical Center
82 miles, E • 1.9 star
Alaska Career College
117 miles, NE • 1.4 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
118 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

South Peninsula Hospital
8 miles, S • 4.1 star
Central Peninsula General Hospital
56 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Kodiak Airport
141 miles, SW • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
190 miles, W • 1 star
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
220 miles, E • 1 star
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