Kodiak, AK is a city located on an island of the same name in the Gulf of Alaska. It is one of the most scenic and unique places in the United States. According to Best Places, Kodiak has an overall ranking of #202 in the US for quality of life and safety. The city itself has a population of 6,130 people with a median household income of $80,843. In terms of education, Kodiak ranks #1 for student-teacher ratios and #13 overall for school quality in Alaska. Additionally, air quality is very good with a ranking at #3 among cities in Alaska. Crime rates are slightly higher than average but remain lower than the national average according to their rankings system. Overall, Kodiak offers its residents a comfortable lifestyle with excellent educational opportunities and a pleasant climate all year round.
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