Farm Loop, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
2,940 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,332 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$393,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$573 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,568 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.9% 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 1 48
Jun 1 0 55
Jul 2 0 58
Aug 3 0 56
Sep 2 1 47
Oct 2 6 34
Nov 1 11 20
Dec 1 14 17

Hazards

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 52%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District O, AK State House District 29, AK
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Schools

Palmer High School
2 miles, S • 2.8 star
Sherrod Elementary
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Colony High School
3 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Alaska Pacific University
37 miles, SW • 1.9 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
38 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Alaska Career College
39 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
6 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Alaska Regional Hospital
37 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
146 miles, SE • 1 star
Fairbanks International Airport
223 miles, NE • 1 star
Kodiak Airport
292 miles, SW • 1 star
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