Knik-Fairview

AK

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska

Population 113K |Median income $94,031 |1 hospital

Population
112,988
Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Median Income
$94,031
+38% vs avg
Median Home Value
$346,600
+52% vs avg
Median Age
36.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
113K+23%
Median Income
$94,031+32%
Median Home Value
$346,600+58%
Poverty Rate
10%+1%
Unemployment
5.6%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,299/mo
Poverty Rate
10% -30% vs avg
Unemployment 5.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.4%
Work From Home 11.7%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 77.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 14.6%
Asian 1.7%
African American 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.5%
Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
High Blood Pressure
32%
Physical Inactivity
22.7%
Current Smoking
17.3%
Binge Drinking
16.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Current Asthma
10.7%
Lack of Health Insurance
9.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 56%
Annual Checkup 70.8%

Other Measures

Diabetes
9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
MAT-SU REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
PALMER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Knik-Fairview Area 6

Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Kachemak Bay Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Shelikof Strait Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning Issued for Barren Islands East: Winds Up to 50 Knots Expected

NOAA · 2h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Knik-Fairview, AK? ▼
Knik-Fairview, AK has a population of 112,988 people, located in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska.
What is the median household income in Knik-Fairview? ▼
The median household income in Knik-Fairview, AK is $94,031 per year. The poverty rate is 10%.
What is the median home value in Knik-Fairview? ▼
The median home value in Knik-Fairview, AK is $346,600. Median rent is $1,299/month.
What are the top health concerns in Knik-Fairview? ▼
The top health indicators in Knik-Fairview include Obesity (37.5%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%), High Blood Pressure (32%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Knik-Fairview? ▼
Knik-Fairview has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Knik-Fairview? ▼
The median age in Knik-Fairview, AK is 36.7 years. 24.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Knik-Fairview, AK is located in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska. With a population of 113K and a median household income of $94,031, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Knik-Fairview area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Matanuska-Susitna Borough) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.