Salcha, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
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
1,076 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$257,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$451 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,291 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.0% 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 11
Apr 0 2 32
May 1 1 48
Jun 2 0 59
Jul 2 0 61
Aug 2 0 55
Sep 1 1 44
Oct 1 11 23
Nov 1 11 2
Dec 1 11 -5

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Salcha Elementary
4 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Crawford Elementary
11 miles, N • 4.1 star
Ben Eielson Jr/Sr High School
11 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of Alaska Fairbanks
36 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Alaska Pacific University
249 miles, SW • 1.9 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
249 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

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

Fairbanks International Airport
35 miles, NW • 1 star
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
283 miles, S • 1 star
Deadhorse Airport
393 miles, N • 1 star
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