Harding-Birch Lakes, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
206 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,958 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
56 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
28.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,021 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,291 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
14.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 9 -8
Feb 0 7 -1
Mar 0 5 12
Apr 0 2 32
May 1 1 48
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 2 0 60
Aug 2 0 55
Sep 1 1 44
Oct 1 11 23
Nov 1 12 2
Dec 1 11 -5

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District Q, AK State House District 34, AK
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Schools

Salcha Elementary
15 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Crawford Elementary
26 miles, N • 4.1 star
Ben Eielson Jr/Sr High School
26 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of Alaska Fairbanks
50 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Alaska Pacific University
243 miles, SW • 1.9 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
244 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
47 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
213 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Fairbanks International Airport
49 miles, NW • 1 star
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
271 miles, S • 1 star
Yakutat Airport
404 miles, S • 1 star
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