Nikiski, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
4,656 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,023 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$309,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$608 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$927 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kenai Peninsula Borough
2
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

Kenai Peninsula Borough
4
Alaska
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 24 16
Feb 2 20 20
Mar 1 20 26
Apr 1 6 36
May 1 0 46
Jun 1 0 53
Jul 2 0 57
Aug 3 0 55
Sep 4 0 47
Oct 3 5 35
Nov 2 20 22
Dec 3 31 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 44% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District D, AK State House District 8, AK
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Schools

Nikiski Middle/Senior High School
2 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Nikiski North Star Elementary
5 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Marathon School
11 miles, SW
Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science
11 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Alaska Career College
56 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
57 miles, E • 2.3 star
Alaska Pacific University
58 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Central Peninsula General Hospital
17 miles, S • 3.2 star
Providence Alaska Medical Center
57 miles, E • 4.1 star
Alaska Native Medical Center
57 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
196 miles, SE • 1 star
Kodiak Airport
210 miles, SW • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
236 miles, W • 1 star
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