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Is Kalifornsky a Good Place to Live? Kalifornsky, Alaska: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Kalifornsky ranks #687 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #115 of 234 towns and #9 of 20 in Alaska. Against similar-size cities it stands out for high household income ($93,508, #59 of 234), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
Kalifornsky by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Kalifornsky's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
No crime figure is shown for Kalifornsky: no police agency reports to the FBI for it alone. See Is Kalifornsky safe?
What is the cost of living in Kalifornsky?
Kalifornsky's cost of living index is 96.2, 4% below the US level of 100 and #494 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,394/mo against $1,138/mo in similar-size cities. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $336,800.
| Measure | Kalifornsky | AlaskaAK | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 94.3 · US 100 | 96.2#494 of 1,308 | 102.4 | 94.3 | 100 |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $280,200 | $336,800#620 of 1,309 | — | $280,200 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,138/mo | $1,394/mo#633 of 1,309 | — | $1,138/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 3.7x | 3.6x#435 of 1,309 | — | 3.7x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 19.3% | 17.9%#231 of 1,309 | — | 19.3% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 234 places under 25,000 people we track (median). Alaska is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Is Kalifornsky safe?
No police agency reports crime to the FBI for Kalifornsky alone, which is typical of places policed by a county sheriff, so we don't publish a Kalifornsky crime rate or rank it on safety. Alaska as a whole records 729 violent crimes per 100,000 residents against 328 nationally.
What do people earn in Kalifornsky?
The median household in Kalifornsky earns $93,508, 12% above the US figure of $83,163 and 2% below Alaska ($95,665). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Kalifornsky | AlaskaAK | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $73,239 · US $83,163 | $93,508#422 of 1,312 | $95,665 | $73,239 | $83,163 |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.4% | 8.6%#376 of 1,312 | — | 11.4% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 234 places under 25,000 people we track (median). Alaska is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Kalifornsky?
The median resident of Kalifornsky is 40.7 years old, against 38.6 in similar-size cities. 31.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #727 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 85.3% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Kalifornsky | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 38.6 | 40.7 | 38.6 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 29.2% | 31.6%#727 of 1,312 | 29.2% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 65.1% | 85.3% | 65.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 234 places under 25,000 people we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Kalifornsky's schools and health?
We have too few school records for Kalifornsky to describe its public schools. 31.7% of adults are obese and 8.8% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 34.5% and 10.7%.
| Measure | Kalifornsky | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 34.5% | 31.7%#518 of 1,311 | 34.5% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.7% | 8.8%#185 of 1,311 | 10.7% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.8% | 15.1%#276 of 1,311 | 16.8% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 8.6% | 9%#519 of 1,311 | 8.6% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 234 places under 25,000 people we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
What are the commute and weather like in Kalifornsky?
The average commute in Kalifornsky is 24 minutes (Alaska 19.8); 0% of workers take transit and 11.5% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Kalifornsky scores 5.8 of 20 (below average walkable), #1295 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 54.3°F and winters 17.6°F, with 18.3 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Kalifornsky | AlaskaAK | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 20.4 min | 24 min#682 of 1,312 | 19.8 min | 20.4 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 4.8% | 7.6%#881 of 1,312 | 5.2% | 4.8% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 75% | 70.7% | 66.8% | 75% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.3% | 0% | 0.7% | 0.3% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 2% | 1.1% | 6.5% | 2% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 9.5% | 11.5% | 8.4% | 9.5% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 8.8 | 5.8#1295 of 1,312 | — | 8.8 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 234 places under 25,000 people we track (median). Alaska is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 22.4 | 7.4 | 0.9 |
| Feb | 28.1 | 11.6 | 0.8 |
| Mar | 32.7 | 14.4 | 0.6 |
| Apr | 44.3 | 27.7 | 0.6 |
| May | 54.5 | 36.4 | 0.8 |
| Jun | 60.2 | 44 | 1.2 |
| Jul | 63.3 | 48.8 | 2 |
| Aug | 62.7 | 46.8 | 2.7 |
| Sep | 55.7 | 39.8 | 3.6 |
| Oct | 43.1 | 28.6 | 2.6 |
| Nov | 30.2 | 16.1 | 1.4 |
| Dec | 25.1 | 11 | 1.1 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Kenai Airport.
| Measure | Kalifornsky | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 47.7°F | 35.6°F | 47.7°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 69.6°F | 54.3°F | 69.6°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 26.8°F | 17.6°F | 26.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 36.5 in | 18.3 in | 36.5 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 234 places under 25,000 people we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Kenai Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Kalifornsky?
Kenai Peninsula Borough's air had a median air quality index of 9, and 100% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Kenai Peninsula Borough's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and tsunami, with expected yearly losses of 0.44% of building value, higher than 95% of US counties.
| Measure | Kalifornsky | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 38 | 9#3 of 1,138 | 38 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 1 | 0#1 of 1,138 | 1 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.14% | 0.44%#1251 of 1,312 | 0.14% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 234 places under 25,000 people we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Kenai Peninsula Borough: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Kenai Peninsula Borough
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.31% | 100% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.032% | 93% of counties |
| Tsunami | 0.027% | 85% of counties |
| Winter weather | 0.001% | 79% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.024% | 1% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Kalifornsky compare with similar-size cities?
Kalifornsky is one of 234 places under 25,000 people we track and ranks #115 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 8,663.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalifornsky, AKPop. 8,663 | #687 | 55.3 | $93,508 | $1,394/mo | no data | 24 min |
| Franklin, NHPop. 8,799 | #532 | 57.6 | $71,648 | $1,110/mo | 113 | 31.6 min |
| Claymont, DEPop. 8,786 | #805 | 53.3 | $74,712 | $1,306/mo | no data | 26.2 min |
| Whitefish, MTPop. 8,749 | #505 | 58.0 | $73,811 | $1,354/mo | 176 | 16.6 min |
| Ellsworth, MEPop. 8,657 | #328 | 61.5 | $77,375 | $1,017/mo | 67 | 24.5 min |
| Cumberland Hill, RIPop. 8,648 | #129 | 67.3 | $130,506 | $1,310/mo | no data | 26.3 min |
| Gering, NEPop. 8,550 | #672 | 55.6 | $75,093 | $823/mo | 105 | 15.1 min |
| Harrisburg, SDPop. 8,519 | #276 | 62.7 | $108,724 | $1,362/mo | no data | 21.9 min |
| Barre, VTPop. 8,412 | #852 | 52.5 | $65,625 | $1,093/mo | 533 | 18.6 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Kalifornsky compare with the rest of Alaska?
Kalifornsky ranks #9 of the 20 Alaska cities we track, with a score of 55.3 against Alaska's statewide 44.3. Its households earn 2% below the Alaska median.
| City | Rank in AK | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sitka, AKPop. 8,368 | #1 | 68.9 | $101,727 | $1,341/mo | 242 |
| Chena Ridge, AKPop. 5,881 | #2 | 64.9 | $133,775 | $1,110/mo | no data |
| Gateway, AKPop. 6,845 | #3 | 64.4 | $137,772 | $1,741/mo | no data |
| Juneau, AKPop. 31,794 | #4 | 63.5 | $101,661 | $1,444/mo | 487 |
| Bethel, AKPop. 6,312 | #5 | 60.8 | $117,255 | $1,678/mo | 1,278 |
| Sterling, AKPop. 6,323 | #6 | 58.8 | $102,415 | $1,248/mo | no data |
| Ketchikan, AKPop. 8,078 | #7 | 58.0 | $85,275 | $1,417/mo | 350 |
| Kenai, AKPop. 7,641 | #8 | 57.6 | $87,083 | $1,138/mo | 344 |
| Kalifornsky, AKPop. 8,663 | #9 | 55.3 | $93,508 | $1,394/mo | no data |
| South Lakes, AKPop. 6,180 | #10 | 54.8 | $98,141 | $1,178/mo | no data |
| North Lakes, AKPop. 10,223 | #11 | 54.4 | $101,679 | $1,441/mo | no data |
| Palmer, AKPop. 6,268 | #12 | 53.5 | $72,201 | $1,125/mo | 206 |
| College, AKPop. 11,924 | #13 | 52.9 | $83,895 | $1,454/mo | no data |
| Badger, AKPop. 18,677 | #14 | 52.0 | $97,183 | $1,629/mo | no data |
| Anchorage, AKPop. 288,976 | #15 | 51.9 | $103,284 | $1,489/mo | 1,027 |
| Tanaina, AKPop. 9,646 | #16 | 51.4 | $105,536 | $1,398/mo | no data |
| Fairbanks, AKPop. 32,083 | #17 | 49.2 | $73,534 | $1,496/mo | 843 |
| Knik-Fairview, AKPop. 19,972 | #18 | 48.8 | $96,437 | $1,588/mo | no data |
| Wasilla, AKPop. 9,720 | #19 | 47.6 | $67,234 | $1,153/mo | 432 |
| Meadow Lakes, AKPop. 8,689 | #20 | 44.6 | $81,699 | $1,377/mo | no data |
All 20 Alaska cities we track, by overall score. Alaska statewide: median income $95,665, violent crime 729.3 per 100,000.
How is Kalifornsky's score calculated?
Kalifornsky scores 55.3 out of 100, #687 of 1,312 (grade C+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 7 of 11 categories with local data; safety, education, growth, and outdoor access are left out rather than filled with Alaska's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data, some inputs missing · 24% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Kalifornsky. One input is missing, so the score uses the others. Similar-size median 41.9.
50.9 - HealthCity data · 19% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Kalifornsky. Similar-size median 56.5.
66.6 - AffordabilityCity data · 16% of score
Kalifornsky's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 74.8.
68.9 - Household financesCity data · 13% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Kalifornsky. Similar-size median 50.8.
65.1 - TransportationCity data · 11% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Kalifornsky. Similar-size median 48.3.
46.5 - WalkabilityCity data · 11% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Kalifornsky's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 41.1.
25.3 - EnvironmentCounty data · 6% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 59.2.
52.6 - SafetyNot scored
No FBI figures from a police agency serving Kalifornsky alone.
— - EducationNot scored
Too few school records for Kalifornsky.
— - GrowthNot scored
The Census does not estimate yearly population for Kalifornsky.
— - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Kalifornsky's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 234 places under 25,000 people we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Kalifornsky has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Kalifornsky
Is Kalifornsky, AK a good place to live?
Kalifornsky ranks #687 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #115 of 234 towns and #9 of 20 in Alaska. Against similar-size cities it stands out for high household income ($93,508, #59 of 234), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
What is the cost of living in Kalifornsky?
Kalifornsky's cost of living index is 96.2, 4% below the US level of 100 and #494 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,394/mo against $1,138/mo in similar-size cities. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $336,800.
Is Kalifornsky safe?
No police agency reports crime to the FBI for Kalifornsky alone, which is typical of places policed by a county sheriff, so we don't publish a Kalifornsky crime rate or rank it on safety. Alaska as a whole records 729 violent crimes per 100,000 residents against 328 nationally.
What is the median household income in Kalifornsky?
The median household in Kalifornsky earns $93,508, 12% above the US figure of $83,163 and 2% below Alaska ($95,665). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
How much is rent in Kalifornsky?
Median rent in Kalifornsky is $1,394/mo (Census), #633 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent takes 17.9% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Kalifornsky?
The Census median value of owner-occupied homes in Kalifornsky is $336,800, #620 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest).
How are the public schools in Kalifornsky?
We have too few school records for Kalifornsky to describe its public schools.
How long is the commute in Kalifornsky?
The average commute is 24 minutes, #682 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 19.8 minutes across Alaska. 7.6% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Kalifornsky?
Kalifornsky averages 35.6°F over the year, 54.3°F in summer and 17.6°F in winter, with 18.3 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Kalifornsky walkable?
Kalifornsky scores 5.8 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1295 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Kalifornsky at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Kenai Peninsula Borough's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, wildfire, and tsunami, with expected yearly losses of 0.44% of building value, higher than 95% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Kalifornsky?
Kenai Peninsula Borough's air had a median air quality index of 9, and 100% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Kalifornsky?
Kalifornsky has 8,663 residents. The median resident of Kalifornsky is 40.7 years old, against 38.6 in similar-size cities. 31.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #727 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 85.3% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Kalifornsky compare with the rest of Alaska?
Kalifornsky ranks #9 of the 20 Alaska cities we track, with a score of 55.3 against Alaska's statewide 44.3. Its households earn 2% below the Alaska median.
What cities are similar in size to Kalifornsky?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Kalifornsky's population of 8,663 are Franklin, NH (#532 overall), Claymont, DE (#805 overall), Whitefish, MT (#505 overall), Ellsworth, ME (#328 overall), and Cumberland Hill, RI (#129 overall). Kalifornsky is #687.