Living in Kenai, AK
Kenai, Alaska Info Snack
Table Of Contents
Population
7,742
Unemployment
7.7%
Poverty
13.4%
Median Home
$229,100
Median Income
$61,348
Median Rent
$950
Kenai SnackAbility
4
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
6/10
Housing
8
Affordability
6
Diversity
8.5
Safety
3
Amenities
6
Education
6
Commute
8.5
Kenai, AK Crime Report
521
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
6,626.8
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
167.57%
Above National Average
Above National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Kenai / 100k People |
Alaska / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 521 | 6,626.8 | 3,777.9 | 2,476.7 |
| Violent Crime | 75 | 954.0 | 867.1 | 366.7 |
| Murder | 2 | 25.4 | 9.4 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 3 | 38.2 | 112.9 | 81.6 |
| Aggravated Assault | 42 | 534.2 | 596.0 | 250.2 |
| Property Crime | 446 | 5,672.9 | 2,910.8 | 2,109.9 |
| Burglary | 46 | 585.1 | 487.1 | 340.5 |
| Larceny | 353 | 4,490.0 | 2,066.0 | 1,549.5 |
| Car Theft | 47 | 597.8 | 357.7 | 219.9 |
Kenai, AK Cost Of Living
114
Kenai's Overall Cost Of Living
Kenai's Overall Cost Of Living
1.1x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Kenai | Alaska | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 114 | 128 | 100 | |
| Services | 106 | 112 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 131 | 137 | 100 | |
| Health | 142 | 147 | 100 | |
| Housing | 108 | 135 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 113 | 120 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 125 | 147 | 100 | |
Kenai, AK Photos
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Rankings for Kenai in Alaska
Map Of Kenai, AK
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Population over time in Kenai
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 7,742 | 0.7% |
| 2018 | 7,687 | 0.7% |
| 2017 | 7,634 | 1.1% |
| 2016 | 7,551 | 1.2% |
| 2015 | 7,463 | 1.6% |
| 2014 | 7,348 | 1.3% |
| 2013 | 7,251 | 1.4% |
| 2012 | 7,152 | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 7,074 | 1.0% |
| 2010 | 7,004 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Kenai
| Race | Kenai | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 71.7% | 60.6% | 60.7% |
| African American | 0.4% | 3.1% | 12.3% |
| American Indian | 12.0% | 14.4% | 0.7% |
| Asian | 2.7% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
| Hawaiian | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Two Or More | 5.4% | 7.3% | 2.4% |
| Hispanic | 6.5% | 7.0% | 18.0% |
Gender in Kenai
| Gender | Kenai | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 47.8% | 50.8% |
| Male | 50.7% | 52.2% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Kenai for adults over 25
| Education | Kenai | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 2.0% | 6.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 9.0% | 5.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 31.0% | 28.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 31.0% | 27.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 6.0% | 9.0% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11.0% | 18.0% | 20.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
Household Income For Kenai, Alaska
| Income | Kenai | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.5% | 4.1% | 6.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.0% | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 13.6% | 6.5% | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.6% | 6.9% | 8.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.0% | 10.4% | 12.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.8% | 17.6% | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.1% | 14.0% | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.6% | 19.4% | 15.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.7% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.1% | 8.6% | 7.7% |
