Gateway, AK
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- 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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
6,716
332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
38.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$137,150
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$436,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$903
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,469
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 9 | 15 |
| Feb | 1 | 9 | 19 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 27 |
| 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 | 33 |
| 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 53% leaning right.
Liberal (39%) (54%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 50%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, AK State Senate District M, AK State House District 26, AKSchools
Mat-Su Middle College School
1 miles, N
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5
Valley Pathways
2 miles, E
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3.7
Pioneer Peak Elementary
2 miles, N
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3.7
Amazing Grace Academy
3 miles, E
•
5
Colleges
Alaska Bible College
4 miles, E
Alaska Pacific University
32 miles, SW
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1.9
University of Alaska Anchorage
33 miles, SW
•
2.3
Alaska Career College
34 miles, SW
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1.4
Hospitals
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
1 miles, W
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3.2
Alaska Regional Hospital
32 miles, SW
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4.1
North Star Hospital
32 miles, SW
Airports
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
37 miles, SW
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2.3
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
146 miles, SE
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1
Fairbanks International Airport
228 miles, NE
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1
Kodiak Airport
287 miles, SW
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1