Primrose, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
125 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
58.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,444 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
75 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$555,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,029 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.3% 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 11 26 22
Feb 7 22 24
Mar 7 24 28
Apr 7 6 36
May 6 0 44
Jun 4 0 51
Jul 5 0 55
Aug 8 0 53
Sep 12 0 47
Oct 12 4 37
Nov 10 19 27
Dec 12 31 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Moose Pass School
10 miles, N • 3.2 star
William H Seward Elementary School
15 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Seward Middle School
15 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Seward High School
16 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Alaska Vocational Technical Center
17 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Alaska Career College
61 miles, N • 1.4 star
Alaska Pacific University
61 miles, N • 1.9 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
61 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Alaska Native Medical Center
60 miles, N • 2.3 star
Providence Alaska Medical Center
61 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
131 miles, E • 1 star
Kodiak Airport
212 miles, SW • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
282 miles, W • 1 star
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