Dillingham, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
2,084 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$99,097 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$306,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$653 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,081 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
38.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dillingham Census Area
8
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

Dillingham Census Area
3
Alaska
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 16 20
Feb 2 11 22
Mar 2 10 26
Apr 2 4 34
May 2 0 44
Jun 2 0 51
Jul 2 0 56
Aug 4 0 54
Sep 5 0 48
Oct 4 4 36
Nov 4 11 26
Dec 4 18 22

Hazards

Blizzard

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District S, AK State House District 37, AK
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Schools

Dillingham Elementary
3 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Dillingham Middle/High School
3 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Alaska Vocational Technical Center
326 miles, E • 1.9 star
Alaska Career College
332 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
334 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
164 miles, N • 3.2 star
South Peninsula Hospital
249 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Dillingham Airport
1 miles, S • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
72 miles, SE • 1 star
Bethel Airport
165 miles, N • 1 star
Kodiak Airport
236 miles, SE • 1 star
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