Knik-Fairview SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Knik-Fairview summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Knik-Fairview. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Alaska. Key points include:
The cost of living in Knik-Fairview is 124 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Knik-Fairview is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Knik-Fairview is $373,685.
The median income in Knik-Fairview is $96,437.
Knik-Fairview's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Knik-Fairview Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Knik-Fairview | Alaska | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 124 | 122 | 100 |
| Services | 124 | 117 | 100 |
| Groceries | 110 | 112 | 100 |
| Health | 140 | 137 | 100 |
| Housing | 112 | 113 | 100 |
| Transportation | 126 | 125 | 100 |
| Utilities | 123 | 116 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Knik-Fairview, AK Weather
The average high in Knik-Fairview is 44.5° and the average low is 25.6°.
There are 61.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 23.0 inches of precipitation each year with 90.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Knik-Fairview |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 44.5 |
| Average Annual Low | 25.6 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 61.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 23.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 90.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Knik-Fairview Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Knik-Fairview
The current population in Knik-Fairview is 19,972. The population has increased 63.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19,972 | 5.6% |
| 2023 | 18,921 | 1.6% |
| 2022 | 18,619 | 1.8% |
| 2021 | 18,282 | 3.4% |
| 2020 | 17,682 | 1.3% |
| 2019 | 17,457 | -0.3% |
| 2018 | 17,513 | - |
| 2017 | 0 | -100.0% |
| 2016 | 17,038 | 6.4% |
| 2015 | 16,017 | 1.4% |
| 2014 | 15,797 | 3.7% |
| 2013 | 15,229 | 5.8% |
| 2012 | 14,400 | 5.7% |
| 2011 | 13,620 | 11.3% |
| 2010 | 12,234 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Knik-Fairview
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Knik-Fairview is:
72.4% White with 14,454 White residents.
0.7% African American with 143 African American residents.
5.9% American Indian with 1,186 American Indian residents.
2.1% Asian with 417 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 13 Hawaiian residents.
0.4% Other with 73 Other residents.
12.8% Two Or More with 2,550 Two Or More residents.
5.7% Hispanic with 1,136 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Knik-Fairview | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 72.4% | 57.7% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.7% | 2.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 5.9% | 13.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.1% | 6.4% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 12.8% | 10.3% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.7% | 7.3% | 19.3% |
Gender in Knik-Fairview
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Knik-Fairview is 47.5% female with 9,477 female residents.
Knik-Fairview is 52.5% male with 10,494 male residents.
| Gender | Knik-Fairview | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 47.5% | 50.5% |
| Male | 52.5% | 52.5% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Knik-Fairview for adults over 25
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0.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed 9-12th grade.
35.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed high school / ged.
25.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed some college.
13.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed associate's degree.
13.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed bachelor's degree.
7.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Knik-Fairview completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Knik-Fairview | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 0.0% | 1.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 35.0% | 29.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 25.0% | 24.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 13.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Knik-Fairview, Alaska
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2.8% of households in Knik-Fairview earn Less than $10,000.
1.9% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.3% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.7% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.0% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $35,000 to $49,999.
9.6% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $50,000 to $74,999.
19.0% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.0% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $100,000 to $149,999.
15.6% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $150,000 to $199,999.
13.0% of households in Knik-Fairview earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Knik-Fairview | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.8% | 3.7% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.9% | 2.1% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.3% | 5.4% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.7% | 4.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.0% | 8.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9.6% | 14.7% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 19.0% | 13.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.0% | 19.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.6% | 12.0% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 13.0% | 14.6% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
