State House District 2, AK
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
5/10
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
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
17,914
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$81,281
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$357,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$584
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$980
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Alaska
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12 | 20 | 33 |
| Feb | 8 | 16 | 34 |
| Mar | 9 | 13 | 36 |
| Apr | 6 | 2 | 41 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Aug | 7 | 0 | 56 |
| Sep | 13 | 0 | 51 |
| Oct | 16 | 0 | 44 |
| Nov | 13 | 9 | 37 |
| Dec | 12 | 14 | 33 |
Hazards
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (48%) (44%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 39%Schools
Pelican School
29 miles, N
Hoonah City School
33 miles, NE
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3.2
Hoonah Jr/Sr High School
33 miles, NE
•
2.8
Angoon School
43 miles, SE
•
2.3
Colleges
University of Alaska Southeast
64 miles, NE
•
1.9
Alaska Vocational Technical Center
518 miles, NW
•
1.9
Alaska Bible College
541 miles, NW
Alaska Pacific University
551 miles, NW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Mt Edgecumbe Hospital
43 miles, S
Bartlett Regional Hospital
65 miles, NE
•
4.1
Petersburg Medical Center
118 miles, SE
Searhc Wrangell Medical Center-Cah
149 miles, SE
Airports
Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport
44 miles, S
•
1
Gustavus Airport
54 miles, N
•
1
Juneau International Airport
64 miles, NE
•
1.4
Petersburg James A Johnson Airport
118 miles, SE
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1