Palmer, AK B+

Population: 5,978
Home Price: $224,500

Overview

Palmer is a small town in the state of Alaska with a population of 5,978. Palmer has a short summer and cold winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors

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: (D) Fair
  • Public Transport: (B) Good
  • Average Commute: 27.1 minutes
  • Walkability: (B) Good
  • Climate: Short Summer and Cold Winter
  • Shopping Mall: -
  • Near Beach or Lake: Yes
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: Yes

Social and Economic Statistics of Palmer, AK

Employment and Income Palmer Alaska United States
Per Capita Income $28,487 $29,213 $32,693
Median Household Income $62,068 $59,648 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 9.7% 13.1% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 8.4% 16.5% 10.5%
Age Palmer Alaska United States
Median Age 30.5 37.7 42.3


Gender Palmer Alaska United States
Male 50.9% 53.9% 49.8%
Female 49.1% 46.1% 50.2%


Race Palmer Alaska United States
White 72.4% 41.8% 80.3%
Black or African American 3.5% 0.7% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 8.7% 47.1% 2.7%
Asian 1.3% 2.1% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 2.1% 0.3% 0.2%
Other Race 1.7% 0.7% 2.7%
Multiracial 10.3% 7.3% 5.2%
Housing Information Palmer Alaska United States
Median Home Price $224,500 $176,926 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $941 $773 $801
Family Households 44.9% 44.9% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 29.5% 29.5% 26.2%
Homeowners 61.4% 70.3% 72.9%
Renters 38.6% 29.7% 27.1%
Education Palmer Alaska United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 5.7% 8.9% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 36.4% 36.4% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 26.1% 23.6% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 7.9% 5.6% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 14.8% 11.5% 15.0%
Proficiency Palmer Alaska United States
Mathematics 43.2% 31.4% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts 48.4% 35.8% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Palmer Alaska United States
Murder 13.4 5.7 3.0
Rape 13.4 207.7 38.0
Robbery 40.1 47.1 40.7
Assault 213.6 525.0 188.5


Property Crime Palmer Alaska United States
Burglary 253.7 368.5 336.1
Theft 2109.5 2058.3 1913.7
Vehicle Theft 360.5 288.2 167.1
Arson 0.0 25.4 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Palmer, AK

  • food truck
  • fast food
  • cheese
  • nutrition
  • hot sauce
  • farm fresh
  • thai food
  • salmon
  • easy recipes
  • chefs
  • burger
  • chicken sandwich
  • pizza
  • poultry
  • baking
  • breweries
  • locally grown
  • smoked gouda
  • biscuits
  • tast
  • little league
  • baseball
  • football
  • video games
  • rap music
  • gaming
  • flag football
  • teams
  • classic rock
  • recruiting
  • skateboarding
  • nfl
  • golf
  • pga
  • hockey
  • wresting
  • parenting
  • coaching
  • soccer
  • nhl
  • inspired by
  • concept art
  • exhibits
  • wearable art
  • cinema
  • comic
  • studio
  • concept artist
  • electronic music
  • creative writing
  • nature
  • animation
  • character design
  • comics
  • artists
  • graphic novels
  • creative
  • using py
  • storytelling
  • creation
  • video games
  • retro gaming
  • airbrush artist
  • books
  • board games
  • gaming
  • comics
  • legos
  • ramblings
  • skateboarding
  • hunting
  • rpgs
  • pokmon
  • adventures
  • nerdy
  • fishing
  • cosplay
  • scifi
  • dabbling
  • artistically inclined
  • mushin down
  • radio show
  • cinema
  • studio
  • gaming
  • tv
  • doctorate student roller coasters
  • sports
  • creative
  • award winning
  • storytelling
  • classic rock
  • hollywood
  • commentary
  • theatre
  • comedy
  • hub
  • studios
  • indie
  • sponsorships
  • palmer alaska
  • space
  • summer
  • chugach
  • nature
  • sports
  • winter
  • lakes
  • beaches
  • mountain
  • hunting
  • tent
  • petfriendly
  • cabin
  • fishing
  • ski
  • lawn
  • photography
  • astronomy
  • skiing
  • food truck
  • local businesses
  • retail
  • shop online
  • holiday shopping
  • holiday gifts
  • merch store
  • gas station
  • stickers
  • grocery store
  • jewelry
  • amazon
  • merch
  • shipping
  • mcdonalds
  • farmers markets
  • etsy
  • aisles
  • groceries
  • warehouse

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