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Kenai, AK
B+
Population: 7,452
Home Price: $233,400
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Overview
Kenai is a small town in the state of Alaska with a population of 7,452. Kenai 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:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
18.7 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 Kenai, AK
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Kenai
Alaska
United States
Per Capita Income
$33,422
$29,213
$32,693
Median Household Income
$70,732
$59,648
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
10.3%
13.1%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
6.1%
16.5%
10.5%
Age
Kenai
Alaska
United States
Median Age
35.3
37.7
42.3
Gender
Kenai
Alaska
United States
Male
51.0%
53.9%
49.8%
Female
49.0%
46.1%
50.2%
Race
Kenai
Alaska
United States
White
71.8%
41.8%
80.3%
Black or African American
1.4%
0.7%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
11.7%
47.1%
2.7%
Asian
3.8%
2.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.4%
0.3%
0.2%
Other Race
3.2%
0.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
7.6%
7.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Kenai
Alaska
United States
Median Home Price
$233,400
$176,926
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$960
$773
$801
Family Households
42.6%
42.6%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
19.7%
19.7%
26.2%
Homeowners
64.0%
70.3%
72.9%
Renters
36.0%
29.7%
27.1%
Education
Kenai
Alaska
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
5.7%
8.9%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
33.6%
33.6%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
34.6%
23.6%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
4.7%
5.6%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
10.0%
11.5%
15.0%
Proficiency
Kenai
Alaska
United States
Mathematics
49.3%
31.4%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
49.7%
35.8%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Kenai
Alaska
United States
Murder
25.4
5.7
3.0
Rape
356.1
207.7
38.0
Robbery
38.2
47.1
40.7
Assault
534.2
525.0
188.5
Property Crime
Kenai
Alaska
United States
Burglary
585.1
368.5
336.1
Theft
4490.0
2058.3
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
597.8
288.2
167.1
Arson
25.4
25.4
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Kenai, AK
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
hot dogs
sushi
salmon
ice cream
whole foods
fast food
hot sauce
mcdonalds
stir fry
nutrition
frozen yogurt
pork
meat
meals
snacks
wine
cheddar
bacon
ingredients
gravy
teams
hockey
wrestling
gaming
pro wrestling
video games
basketball
football
soccer
nhl
athletes
nfl
tournaments
footba
baseball
tennis
olympics
volleyball
racing
cycling
home decor
jewelry
nature
creations
gillham
minigrant
craft
nft
collection
designs
pfp
landscapes
graffiti
artists
library
photography
fashion
abstract paintings
cinema
literature
fishing
anime
fishing camping
gaming
video games
dd
niche
theme parks
hunting
hiking
youtuber
books
photography
cigars
cycling
computers
comics
toys
memes
local news
gaming
pro wrestling
sports
tv
radio host
communications
drama
theme parks
hollywood
marketing
corporate
commentary
celebrity
reporter bylines
arts
photography
fashion
recreation
cinema
soldotna alaska
fishing
summer
winter
fire pit
sports
nature
cabin
safe boating
campground
offroading
conservation
chugach
space
mountain
wildlif
backyard
hunting
tubing
hiking
your facejacket
decals
home decor
home depot
post office
#alaskan adventures keep
shop local
drive thru
jewelry
whole foods
craft fair
decor
stickers
safeway
renu
yard sale
mcdonalds
shipping
retail
accepting reservations
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