Portage Creek, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
5 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,519 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
3 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$283,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$616 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,067 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
5.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dillingham Census Area
8
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

Dillingham Census Area
3
Alaska
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 16
Feb 1 11 19
Mar 1 10 23
Apr 1 5 33
May 1 1 44
Jun 1 0 52
Jul 2 0 56
Aug 3 0 54
Sep 4 0 47
Oct 3 4 34
Nov 2 12 24
Dec 2 17 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (30%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 26%
Hillary Clinton 65%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District S, AK State House District 37, AK
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Schools

Naknek Elementary
27 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Bristol Bay Middle/High School
27 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Alaska Vocational Technical Center
300 miles, E • 1.9 star
Alaska Career College
312 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
313 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
193 miles, NW • 3.2 star
South Peninsula Hospital
222 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Dillingham Airport
31 miles, NW • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
40 miles, SE • 1 star
Bethel Airport
194 miles, NW • 1 star
Kodiak Airport
204 miles, SE • 1 star
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