State Senate District L, AK
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
2/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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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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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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
34,873
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
44.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$132,475
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$420,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$909
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,464
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.2%
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 | 13 | 15 |
| Feb | 1 | 12 | 19 |
| Mar | 1 | 10 | 25 |
| Apr | 0 | 4 | 36 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 47 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 47 |
| Oct | 2 | 8 | 33 |
| Nov | 1 | 14 | 20 |
| Dec | 1 | 19 | 17 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (40%) (53%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 36%Schools
Mirror Lake Middle School
16 miles, NW
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2.8
Ravenwood Elementary
16 miles, NW
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4.1
Chugiak Elementary
16 miles, NW
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3.2
Butte Elementary
16 miles, NE
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3.2
Colleges
Alaska Bible College
21 miles, N
Alaska Pacific University
27 miles, W
•
1.9
University of Alaska Anchorage
28 miles, W
•
2.3
Alaska Career College
29 miles, W
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1.4
Hospitals
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
20 miles, N
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3.2
Alaska Native Medical Center
27 miles, W
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2.3
Providence Alaska Medical Center
28 miles, W
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4.1
Airports
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
34 miles, W
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2.3
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
132 miles, SE
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1
Fairbanks International Airport
246 miles, NE
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1
Kodiak Airport
274 miles, SW
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1