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Cost of living in Chena Ridge summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Chena Ridge. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Alaska. Key points include:
The cost of living in Chena Ridge is 122 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Chena Ridge is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Chena Ridge is $434,428.
The median income in Chena Ridge is $133,775.
Chena Ridge's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Chena Ridge Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Chena Ridge | Alaska | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 122 | 122 | 100 |
| Services | 119 | 117 | 100 |
| Groceries | 109 | 112 | 100 |
| Health | 137 | 137 | 100 |
| Housing | 112 | 113 | 100 |
| Transportation | 122 | 125 | 100 |
| Utilities | 116 | 116 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Chena Ridge, AK Weather
The average high in Chena Ridge is 38.1° and the average low is 18.2°.
There are 37.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 13.2 inches of precipitation each year with 59.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Chena Ridge |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 38.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 18.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 37.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 13.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 59.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Chena Ridge Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Chena Ridge
The current population in Chena Ridge is 5,881. The population has increased 4.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,881 | -0.8% |
| 2023 | 5,927 | 11.4% |
| 2022 | 5,321 | -5.7% |
| 2021 | 5,643 | -3.8% |
| 2020 | 5,863 | -4.1% |
| 2019 | 6,111 | 3.5% |
| 2018 | 5,903 | -4.1% |
| 2017 | 6,155 | 7.2% |
| 2016 | 5,744 | 5.0% |
| 2015 | 5,473 | -3.5% |
| 2014 | 5,671 | -9.4% |
| 2013 | 6,260 | 11.2% |
| 2012 | 5,629 | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 5,766 | 2.5% |
| 2010 | 5,625 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Chena Ridge
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Chena Ridge is:
74.3% White with 4,367 White residents.
0.5% African American with 29 African American residents.
8.5% American Indian with 497 American Indian residents.
1.9% Asian with 110 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
1.2% Other with 70 Other residents.
7.8% Two Or More with 461 Two Or More residents.
5.9% Hispanic with 347 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Chena Ridge | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 74.3% | 57.7% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.5% | 2.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 8.5% | 13.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.9% | 6.4% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 7.8% | 10.3% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.9% | 7.3% | 19.3% |
Gender in Chena Ridge
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Chena Ridge is 48.9% female with 2,875 female residents.
Chena Ridge is 51.1% male with 3,006 male residents.
| Gender | Chena Ridge | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 47.5% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.1% | 52.5% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Chena Ridge for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed 9-12th grade.
20.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed high school / ged.
18.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed some college.
12.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed associate's degree.
24.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed bachelor's degree.
13.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed master's degree.
5.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed professional degree.
6.0% of adults in Chena Ridge completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Chena Ridge | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 1.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 20.0% | 29.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 18.0% | 24.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 12.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 13.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 5.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 6.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Chena Ridge, Alaska
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2.7% of households in Chena Ridge earn Less than $10,000.
1.2% of households in Chena Ridge earn $10,000 to $14,999.
0.0% of households in Chena Ridge earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.0% of households in Chena Ridge earn $25,000 to $34,999.
3.7% of households in Chena Ridge earn $35,000 to $49,999.
9.9% of households in Chena Ridge earn $50,000 to $74,999.
19.3% of households in Chena Ridge earn $75,000 to $99,999.
14.2% of households in Chena Ridge earn $100,000 to $149,999.
18.8% of households in Chena Ridge earn $150,000 to $199,999.
25.0% of households in Chena Ridge earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Chena Ridge | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.7% | 3.7% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.2% | 2.1% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0.0% | 5.4% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.0% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3.7% | 8.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9.9% | 14.7% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 19.3% | 13.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.2% | 19.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 18.8% | 12.0% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 25.0% | 14.6% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
