Big Lake, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
3,291 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,292 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$286,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$765 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,068 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Matanuska-Susitna Borough
1
Anchorage Metro Area
7
Alaska
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Matanuska-Susitna Borough
1
Anchorage Metro Area
7
Alaska
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 15
Feb 1 9 19
Mar 1 7 26
Apr 0 2 37
May 1 0 48
Jun 1 0 55
Jul 2 0 58
Aug 3 0 56
Sep 2 0 48
Oct 2 6 34
Nov 1 11 20
Dec 1 14 17

Hazards

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District O, AK State House District 30, AK
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Schools

Big Lake Elementary
5 miles, E • 2.8 star
Houston Middle School
8 miles, E • 1.4 star
Houston High School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Alaska Anchorage
23 miles, S • 2.3 star
Alaska Pacific University
23 miles, S • 1.9 star
Alaska Career College
23 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Alaska Regional Hospital
22 miles, S • 4.1 star
Providence Alaska Medical Center
23 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
166 miles, SE • 1 star
Fairbanks International Airport
237 miles, NE • 1 star
Kodiak Airport
275 miles, SW • 1 star
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