Susitna, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
30 332.4M (US)
Median Age
71.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,907 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$266,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$408 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,067 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
8.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Matanuska-Susitna Borough
1
Anchorage Metro Area
7
Alaska
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Matanuska-Susitna Borough
1
Anchorage Metro Area
7
Alaska
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 13 14
Feb 1 12 18
Mar 1 10 25
Apr 0 3 36
May 1 0 47
Jun 1 0 55
Jul 2 0 58
Aug 3 0 55
Sep 3 0 47
Oct 2 7 33
Nov 1 14 20
Dec 1 20 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 10%

Schools

Beryozova School
19 miles, E 3.2 star
Willow Elementary
23 miles, E 4.1 star
Big Lake Elementary
25 miles, E 2.8 star
Houston Middle School
27 miles, E 1.4 star

Colleges

Alaska Career College
35 miles, S 1.4 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
35 miles, SE 2.3 star
Alaska Pacific University
35 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Alaska Regional Hospital
34 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
186 miles, SE 1 star
Fairbanks International Airport
242 miles, NE 1 star
Kodiak Airport
270 miles, SW 1 star