Have you ever thought of living in a place like Alaska? Well then,
this video is for you. Here are the 10 BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN ALASKA.
NUMBER 10: KODIAK The fishery and trading port of Kodiak,
Alaska, does indeed have a lengthy history. It had already been a major geopolitical
trade center for Russian immigrants. It reached even farther back, a long-established homeland
for the indigenous Alutiiq tribe, and then became part of the United States in the 1860s.
Kodiak has been the central population hub because of its namesake Kodiak Island,
situated off the mainland's southwest shore. The city, which has a population of 6,022,
still has a flourishing commercial fishing business. This contributes to the area's
economic well-being. Kodiak has the fifth-highest unemployment rate in Alaska, at 3.6 percent.
The median household income is 73,310 dollars, with a median property value of $255,000.
Kodiak Island is still only accessible by ferry or plane.
Traveling to locations like Anchorage, which is 400 miles away on the mainland,
is tough as a result. Nonetheless, being Alaska, the island offers a variety of
recreational activities, along with a visit to Fort Abercrombie State Historic Park.
NUMBER 9: NOME Nome, a population of 3,850 people in the
western portion of Alaska upon the Bering Sea, is the 9th on our list of the most incredible places
to live in Alaska. Nome is well-known for being the finish line of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race,
which brings in a large influx of visitors each year. The student-teacher ratio in Nome
is 30% higher than the state norm, ensuring that each kid receives the attention they require.
You should have a stable job before relocating to Nome since it has the
highest unemployment among the locations on this list, at 9.6%. When you get a job in Nome,
you should understand that its average household income is $84,574 per year,
the fifth-highest in Alaska. Furthermore, you won't have to go further to get to
work since Nome citizens enjoy the state's third lowest commute, at only 7 minutes.
NUMBER 8: SOLDOTNA Soldotna, Alaska's 8th most acceptable place
to live in, is situated near the heart of the Kenai Peninsula. The Kenai River passes through
Soldotna, making it one of the country's best salmon and trout fishing locations. If world-class
fisheries are a concern for you, probably move Soldotna down a few places on this list.
If you prefer to see some unusual wildlife, the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge is the place to go.
With an unemployment rate of 8.6%, Soldotna has the 9th lowest rate of poverty in Alaska,
and practically all are employed; you can be assured that the economics will not be an issue.
It's also Alaska's sixth most populous city,
as well as the densest, then you'll have never had to go far to be a part of the scene.
Throughout the spirit of adventure, most had named Soldotna as one of Alaska's finest spots
for singles. The Kenai River Brewing Co. is a great place to start your visit in town.
NUMBER 7: HOMER Homer, also dubbed as the Halibut Fishing
Capital of the World, is a community primarily on the southwest Kenai Peninsula which is happy
to serve fishermen from all over the world. Homer offers a variety of recreational opportunities,
including shopping on the Homer Spit and spending a whole day outdoors at Kachemak Bay State Park.
With such a median value of $282,400, residences in Homer are the 5th most expensive in the state.
We advocate moving to Homer as soon as possible since the word is getting out
about how great it is, and indeed the city is among Alaska's fastest-growing areas.
NUMBER 6: NORTH POLE It appears that old
Kris Kringle did his studying prior to actually finding love in the North Pole. The North Pole,
which is only 15 minutes southeast of Fairbanks, does have a great thing going for it. It has the
youngest population on the list, with an average age of 26. Children are apparently
flocking here in droves to ensure that their notes to Santa do not go missing in the mail.
Even if you're only crossing by, the North Pole's Santa Claus House is a
must-see. The North Pole has a profusion of Christmas decorations throughout the year,
so if you can't get more of the holiday mood, you'll fall in love with the place.
High-quality schools, clean neighborhoods, and low poverty and unemployment rates
will all contribute to your long-term happiness.
You won't need to ask Santa for aid with medical expenditures since the North Pole
does have the highest number of inhabitants with medical insurance in the state, at 91.2 percent.
NUMBER 5: SITKA Sitka is the 5th
finest destination to visit in Alaska, situated on the western side of Baranof Island
off the Alaska Panhandle. Let's start with the unpleasant part:
Sitka is really not affordable. With such a median price of $358,600, residences are the second most
costly throughout the state, and the standard of living is around 35% higher than the average.
As a result, Sitka was ranked one of the most expensive cities in the United States.
However, all that cash will get you a lovely house.
Sitka has Alaska's tenth lowest poverty rate and eighth-lowest unemployment rate. Thanks to the
low student-to-teacher ratio, it also gets you into a district with a 7/10 GreatSchools rating.
Finally, Sitka provides easy access to some of America's most renowned species. Every animal
lover can find enough to adore in Sitka, whether it's chilling out together with bald eagles at the
Alaska Raptor Center or observing grizzly bears cavort out there at the Fortress of the Bear.
NUMBER 4: JUNEAU Juneau, Alaska's capital,
is indeed ranked as the state's fourth most incredible place to live. There are just too
many fantastic outdoor excursions all across Juneau. Exploring Mendenhall Glacier, enjoying
a boat journey to Tracy Arm Fjord, as well as an easy hike to Nugget Falls, are all highlights.
Juneau has been on the pricey side, with such the cost of living roughly 5% more expensive
than with the state median and housing costs around $345,900, making it the third most costly
in Alaska. Juneau's annual household income of $88,390 per year, the third-highest in Alaska,
demonstrates that there are excellent chances here.
Although unemployment and poverty are relatively low in Juneau,
the city does indeed have a rate of crime that would be about double that of the
national average, so do your homework before deciding where you want to live.
NUMBER 3: VALDEZ Valdez is indeed a community of 3,847 people on
the eastern side of Prince William Sound, at the head of a fjord. We won't have to work too hard to
persuade an outdoorsman or lady that Valdez is an excellent spot to call home. You understand
you're along with something special the instant you pull into downtown across Keystone Canyon.
We can confidently ensure that you'll never get bored in Valdez,
with five neighboring glaciers to tour, all of the thrilling kayaking and rafting
excursions on Prince William Sound, and endless day hikes.
Because roughly 20% of its adult population does have a master's degree or greater,
you'll also have a few reasonably intelligent businesses.
We believe that Valdez's passion for knowledge transcends decades, as evidenced by the fact
that it has the second-lowest school dropout rate in the state. A student-teacher ratio of
12:1 (40 percent better than the statewide norm) is also essential for educational performance.
Oh, hold on, there's much more: Valdez is still one of Alaska's greatest affordable cities, with
a typical household income of $85,085 (the fourth highest in the state) and cheap housing costs.
Unwelcome healthcare shocks won't break the bank either, though,
with the 5th highest percentage of residents with medical insurance in the state, 87.2 percent.
NUMBER 2: UNALASKA Unalaska has been the
Aleutian Islands' primary economic engine, and it is well-known for its thriving fishing sector,
particularly its appearance on the television show Deadliest Catch. Unalaska is usually the
far more prolific port in America in addition to the growth of fish caught. One of the reasons
we ranked Unalaska the wealthiest place in Alaska is this tremendous economic boost.
Unalaska has the most median family income within the state, at $94,750 per year.
Since Unalaska does have the lowest unemployment as well
as the second-lowest poverty rate in Alaska, at 1.9 percent and 5.7 percent, accordingly,
it isn't like the 1% making out like bandits while the rest of us suffer.
If you're among the state's mega-majority of employed inhabitants,
possessing the 4th shortest travel time in the state (at 8 minutes) is a welcome advantage.
Unalaska does indeed have a lower academic proportion, and GreatSchools awarded the
district an average rating of 7.5/10 for those migrating with a household.
You didn't have to think about crime in Unalaska, as it has the third-lowest crime rate in Alaska.
The Museum of the Aleutians is indeed a fantastic opportunity to look if you want
to learn something about the region's ancient history and its influence on the contemporary.
The Aleutian Islands WWII National Historic Area is, however, a must-see for WWII aficionados.
NUMBER 1: CORDOVA Cordova has been named
the most proper place to live in Alaska for the second year in a row. You won't be able to hire
a U-Haul to move to Cordova since no highways connect this with other Alaskan communities;
you'll need to take a ferry. Whereas the Exxon Valdez oil spill in 1989 caused
significant damage to Cordova, the area has recovered and is now better than ever.
Whenever the economy is just as strong as in Cordova,
there seems to be no motive for the crime. In 2021, Cordova had the lowest rate of
poverty of 4.7 percent and the third lowest unemployment rate of 2.2 percent, respectively.
Cordova has a typical property price of $330,600, and the average household earns $94,625 per year,
which is the second most in Alaska. Cordova has been the oldest city we'll
be examining here, at 38 years old, which might be excellent or terrible based on your preferences.
And that is all for today's video. If you were given a chance to live in Alaska,
where would you consider staying? What are the perks of living in Alaska? Was this video helpful
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