Congressional District, AK
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
directions_run
Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
733,971
332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
31.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$89,336
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$333,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$674
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,251
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Alaska
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 16 | 12 |
| Feb | 1 | 13 | 16 |
| Mar | 1 | 12 | 23 |
| Apr | 1 | 4 | 34 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 46 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 46 |
| Oct | 3 | 7 | 32 |
| Nov | 2 | 15 | 19 |
| Dec | 2 | 20 | 15 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (47%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 37%Schools
Top of the Kuskokwim School
53 miles, W
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3.2
McGrath School
90 miles, W
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2.3
Takotna Community School
104 miles, W
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3.2
Trapper Creek Elementary
107 miles, SE
•
3.2
Colleges
Alaska Bible College
170 miles, SE
Alaska Career College
178 miles, S
•
1.4
University of Alaska Anchorage
178 miles, S
•
2.3
Alaska Pacific University
178 miles, S
•
1.9
Hospitals
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
168 miles, S
•
3.2
North Star Hospital
176 miles, S
Alaska Regional Hospital
177 miles, S
•
4.1
Airports
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
176 miles, S
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2.3
Fairbanks International Airport
181 miles, E
•
1
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
310 miles, SE
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1
Bethel Airport
341 miles, W
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1