Bethel, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
6,313 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$109,718 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
11 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$354,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$846 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,444 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bethel Census Area
7
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

Bethel Census Area
1
Alaska
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 15
Feb 1 12 19
Mar 1 11 23
Apr 1 5 33
May 1 1 45
Jun 1 0 52
Jul 2 0 57
Aug 3 0 55
Sep 4 0 47
Oct 2 4 35
Nov 2 16 23
Dec 2 20 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 22% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (22%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 18%
Hillary Clinton 74%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District S, AK State House District 38, AK
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Schools

Kuskokwim Learning Academy
1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Gladys Jung Elementary
1 miles, E • 1 star
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Colleges

Alaska Career College
400 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
401 miles, E • 2.3 star
Alaska Pacific University
402 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
South Peninsula Hospital
360 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bethel Airport
2 miles, W • 1 star
Dillingham Airport
166 miles, S • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
231 miles, SE • 1 star
Nome Airport
282 miles, N • 1 star
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