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Homer, AK
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Population: 5,531
Home Price: $309,500
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Overview
Homer is a small town in the state of Alaska with a population of 5,531. Homer has a short summer and cold winter climate. With a beach in close proximity you’ll find inspiration to go for walks, swims, or even picnics every day.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
High Cost
Employment:
(F) Poor
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(D) Fair
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
13.1 minutes
Walkability:
(A) Excellent
Climate:
Short Summer and Cold Winter
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Homer, AK
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Homer
Alaska
United States
Per Capita Income
$37,499
$29,213
$32,693
Median Household Income
$63,854
$59,648
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
8.4%
13.1%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
16.5%
10.5%
Age
Homer
Alaska
United States
Median Age
39.7
37.7
42.3
Gender
Homer
Alaska
United States
Male
51.3%
53.9%
49.8%
Female
48.7%
46.1%
50.2%
Race
Homer
Alaska
United States
White
82.6%
41.8%
80.3%
Black or African American
0.3%
0.7%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
7.3%
47.1%
2.7%
Asian
1.7%
2.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
0.3%
0.2%
Other Race
0.7%
0.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
7.4%
7.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Homer
Alaska
United States
Median Home Price
$309,500
$176,926
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$921
$773
$801
Family Households
43.5%
43.5%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
23.8%
23.8%
26.2%
Homeowners
67.3%
70.3%
72.9%
Renters
32.7%
29.7%
27.1%
Education
Homer
Alaska
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
4.0%
8.9%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
21.2%
21.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
25.1%
23.6%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
9.2%
5.6%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
24.9%
11.5%
15.0%
Proficiency
Homer
Alaska
United States
Mathematics
48.2%
31.4%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
55.6%
35.8%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Homer
Alaska
United States
Murder
0.0
5.7
3.0
Rape
0.0
207.7
38.0
Robbery
0.0
47.1
40.7
Assault
202.9
525.0
188.5
Property Crime
Homer
Alaska
United States
Burglary
186.0
368.5
336.1
Theft
1995.6
2058.3
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
287.5
288.2
167.1
Arson
NA
25.4
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Homer, AK
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
happy hour
salmon
red fern
ice cream
bakery
french fries
eggs benedict
pizza
delicious
cheese
beer
entrees
taco
quiche
cheesesteaks
meat
dishes
flavorful
steamed
cheeses
video games
college football
football
parenting
hockey player
baseball
tennis
strength conditioning
hockey
curling
athlete
wrestling
swimming
outdoors
gaming
athletes
golf
inspired by
creative writing
zine
poetry
shakespeare
theatre
storytelling
abstract art
nature
portraits
creative
scifi fantasy horror
illustrator
craft
library
collection
comics
graphic novels
posters
zines
books
video games
fishing
scifi fantasy horror
nature photography
memes
fulltime
comics
lfc ynwa
alter ego
camping
miami dolphins
kayaking
photography
anime
pod casts
nerdy
computers
gardening
cosplay
programming
talk radio
theatre
storytelling
podcasts
low budget
tv
creative
television
voice overs
corporate
axs tv
quality content
films
outdoor
studio
arts
drama
digital marketing
journalism
winter
beach
summer
space
nature
cabin
fishing
mountains
ski
wildlife
lawn
chugach
resort hotel
snowshoe
campgrounds
backcountry
arts
mountain
cabins
camping
local businesses
local walmart
pantry
post office
coffee shop
delivery service
online marketplace
bakery
grocery store
pre order
bookstore
amazon
freezers
hotels
handmade
holiday shopping
graphic tees
laundromat
cashiers
restaurants
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