Seward, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
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
2,735 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,016 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$652 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$988 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 6 24 23
Feb 5 20 25
Mar 4 21 29
Apr 4 6 37
May 3 0 45
Jun 2 0 52
Jul 3 0 56
Aug 5 0 55
Sep 8 0 48
Oct 8 3 37
Nov 6 14 28
Dec 7 26 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District C, AK State House District 5, AK
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Schools

William H Seward Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Seward Middle School
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Seward High School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Moose Pass School
25 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Alaska Vocational Technical Center
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Alaska Career College
75 miles, N • 1.4 star
Alaska Pacific University
75 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Central Peninsula General Hospital
63 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Alaska Native Medical Center
74 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
136 miles, E • 1 star
Kodiak Airport
198 miles, SW • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
274 miles, W • 1 star
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