State House District 9, AK
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
17,450
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
57.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$160,717
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$579,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,047
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,037
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 1 | 23 | 17 |
| Feb | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Mar | 1 | 20 | 25 |
| Apr | 1 | 7 | 34 |
| May | 1 | 1 | 45 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 52 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 46 |
| Oct | 2 | 9 | 33 |
| Nov | 2 | 21 | 21 |
| Dec | 2 | 32 | 19 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 44% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (45%) (49%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 32%Schools
Girdwood School
8 miles, NW
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4.1
Whittier Community School
15 miles, S
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3.2
Hope School
25 miles, W
•
3.2
Bear Valley Elementary
30 miles, NW
•
4.1
Colleges
Alaska Pacific University
35 miles, NW
•
1.9
University of Alaska Anchorage
35 miles, NW
•
2.3
Alaska Career College
36 miles, NW
•
1.4
Alaska Bible College
44 miles, N
Hospitals
Alaska Native Medical Center
34 miles, NW
•
2.3
Providence Alaska Medical Center
35 miles, NW
•
4.1
Alaska Psychiatric Institute
35 miles, NW
Airports
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
40 miles, NW
•
2.3
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
119 miles, SE
•
1
Kodiak Airport
256 miles, SW
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1
Fairbanks International Airport
268 miles, NE
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1