Talkeetna, 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
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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
997
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
38.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,250
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$243,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$869
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.5%
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 | 20 | 10 |
| Feb | 1 | 16 | 15 |
| Mar | 1 | 11 | 21 |
| Apr | 1 | 5 | 33 |
| May | 1 | 1 | 45 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Sep | 3 | 1 | 45 |
| Oct | 2 | 10 | 30 |
| Nov | 1 | 19 | 16 |
| Dec | 2 | 28 | 12 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 42% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.
Liberal (43%) (50%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 44%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, AK State Senate District O, AK State House District 30, AKSchools
Talkeetna Elementary
6 miles, NW
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2.8
Trapper Creek Elementary
13 miles, NW
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3.2
Susitna Valley High
13 miles, SW
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2.8
Willow Elementary
39 miles, SW
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4.1
Colleges
Alaska Bible College
56 miles, S
Alaska Pacific University
77 miles, S
•
1.9
University of Alaska Anchorage
77 miles, S
•
2.3
Alaska Career College
78 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
56 miles, S
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3.2
Alaska Regional Hospital
76 miles, S
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4.1
North Star Hospital
76 miles, S
Airports
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
78 miles, SW
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2.3
Fairbanks International Airport
184 miles, NE
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1
Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
193 miles, SE
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1
Kodiak Airport
327 miles, SW
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1