Sterling, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
6,776 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,341 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$346,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$542 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,045 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.9% 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 2 22 15
Feb 2 18 19
Mar 1 18 25
Apr 1 4 35
May 1 0 44
Jun 1 0 52
Jul 2 0 56
Aug 3 0 54
Sep 4 0 46
Oct 4 4 34
Nov 3 17 22
Dec 3 27 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 42% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, AK State Senate District D, AK State House District 8, AK
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Schools

Sterling Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Soldotna Elementary
10 miles, W • 1.9 star
Connections
10 miles, W • 2.8 star
Soldotna Montessori Charter School
10 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Alaska Career College
55 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Alaska Vocational Technical Center
55 miles, SE • 1.9 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
56 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Central Peninsula General Hospital
10 miles, W • 3.2 star
Providence Alaska Medical Center
56 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
181 miles, E • 1 star
Kodiak Airport
202 miles, SW • 1 star
King Salmon Airport
241 miles, W • 1 star
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