When evaluating livability in Alaskas neighborhoods, several key factors come into play.
The neighborhood lacks cycling infrastructure data but does provide some transit options with a score of 25.06.
The areas vibrant score is very low at 5.93, indicating limited entertainment and social gathering options.
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The vibrant score remains low at 11.77, indicating limited social and entertainment options.
Median home prices in Eklutna Valley tend to be moderate compared to other Alaskan neighborhoods.
Meadow Lakes
Meadow Lakes ranks 23rd worst for walkability with a score of 2.83.
It does offer some cycling options with a score of 21.76, though public transit data is unavailable.
Meadow Lakes West
Meadow Lakes West, adjacent to Meadow Lakes, shows similarly poor walkability at 2.70.
It does perform somewhat better in urban sophistication at 40.00 compared to its eastern counterpart.
The retirement score of 40.73 and vibrant score of 13.31 are both below average.
Chena Ridge
Chena Ridge ranks 21st worst for walkability with a score of 2.69.
Despite this, it offers strong retirement appeal with a score of 80.07 and decent urban sophistication at 59.83.
The neighborhood provides some cycling options with a score of 37.61, though public transit data is unavailable.
Its vibrant score remains low at 18.35.
The university presence contributes to its moderate urban sophistication score of 56.57 and relatively higher vibrant score of 31.49.
This neighborhood offers the best cycling infrastructure on our list at 48.96 and some transit options at 22.91.
This unusual combination suggests a neighborhood with excellent amenities that are simply not within walking distance.
The area lacks both cycling and public transit data, and scores poorly for vibrancy at just 13.00.
Knik Fairview East
Knik Fairview East has a very low walkability score of 2.01.
The neighborhood performs moderately for retirement at 50.21 and urban sophistication at 54.84.
The area offers some transit options with a score of 16.73, but lacks cycling infrastructure data.
The area lacks both cycling and public transit infrastructure data.
Its vibrant score is low at 18.28.
Fritz Creek / Fox River
Fritz Creek / Fox River scores very poorly for walkability at 1.81.
The area has an excellent retirement score of 93.00 and moderate urban sophistication at 57.03.
The neighborhood offers minimal cycling infrastructure with a score of 5.51 and no public transit data.
The vibrant score of 15.38 is surprisingly low given its resort status.
The area scores very well for retirement living at 90.44 but has very limited vibrancy at just 2.85.
Urban sophistication is moderate at 48.82, and public transit data is unavailable.
This unique combination suggests an area popular with outdoor enthusiasts and retirees.
Urban sophistication is moderate at 49.91, while both cycling and transit data are unavailable.
Susitna
Susitna ranks 11th worst for walkability with a score of 1.51.
The neighborhood scores below average for retirement living at 46.92 and has very low urban sophistication at 17.66.
Its vibrant score is poor at just 7.09, and both cycling and transit data are unavailable.
This rural area offers few amenities but is known for its natural beauty.
Chugiak
Chugiak has very poor walkability at 1.37 but scores exceptionally well for retirement living at 95.08.
Public transit is virtually nonexistent with a score of just 2.45, and cycling infrastructure data is unavailable.
Nikiski / Salamatof
Nikiski / Salamatof ranks 9th worst for walkability at 1.31.
Its retirement score is moderate at 55.66, while both cycling and transit data are unavailable.
The area is primarily industrial and residential.
Both cycling and transit data are unavailable.
This military installation area prioritizes functionality over walkability.
Diamond Ridge
Diamond Ridge ranks 7th worst for walkability with a score of just 1.12.
Despite this, it scores well for retirement living at 86.46 and offers decent urban sophistication at 59.00.
Point MacKenzie
Point MacKenzie ranks 6th worst for walkability at just 1.03.
It does offer some transit options with a score of 15.16, though cycling data is unavailable.
This primarily rural and industrial area offers limited amenities.
Median home prices in Point MacKenzie are typically below the Alaska average, reflecting its limited amenities and infrastructure.
Both cycling and transit data are unavailable.
This neighborhoods name is somewhat misleading given its limited amenities and connectivity.
South Fork
South Fork ranks 4th worst for walkability with an extremely low score of 0.78.
Despite this, it scores very well for retirement living at 87.61 and offers excellent urban sophistication at 80.67.
Both cycling and transit data are unavailable.
This unique combination suggests an upscale residential area with good amenities that simply arent within walking distance.
Fort Wainwright
Fort Wainwright ranks 3rd worst for walkability with a very poor score of 0.63.
The neighborhood does offer some cycling options with a score of 27.09, though transit data is unavailable.
Its vibrant score is low at 10.69.
The neighborhood provides minimal transit options with a score of 10.32, while cycling data is unavailable.
This primarily rural area prioritizes space and privacy over connectivity.
Both cycling and transit data are unavailable.
This remote area offers extreme privacy but virtually no amenities or connectivity.
