Goldstream, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
3,238 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
73.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,604 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$289,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$679 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$640 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fairbanks North Star Borough
3
Fairbanks-College Metro Area
3
Alaska
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fairbanks North Star Borough
3
Fairbanks-College Metro Area
3
Alaska
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 -4
Feb 0 7 2
Mar 0 5 13
Apr 0 3 32
May 1 1 48
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 3 0 61
Aug 2 0 55
Sep 1 2 44
Oct 1 11 24
Nov 1 12 5
Dec 1 11 -1

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 16%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District R, AK State House District 36, AK
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Schools

Pearl Creek Elementary
7 miles, SE • 3.7 star
University Park Elementary
8 miles, S • 2.8 star
Woodriver Elementary
8 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of Alaska Fairbanks
8 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Alaska Pacific University
265 miles, SW • 1.9 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
265 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
237 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Fairbanks International Airport
10 miles, S • 1 star
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
318 miles, S • 1 star
Deadhorse Airport
363 miles, N • 1 star
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