Kenai, AK

Kenai, Alaska is a beautiful place to live. The scenery is breathtaking with its towering mountains, expansive glaciers and meandering rivers. Summers are mild with temperatures rarely going above 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the sun shines almost 24 hours a day during this time of year. Winters are cold but still comfortable due to the surrounding snow-covered mountains that act as temperature regulators. Wildlife viewing, hunting, fishing and other outdoor recreation opportunities are plentiful in the area, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts to explore and enjoy. Additionally, Kenai hosts many festivals throughout the year and has a vibrant downtown district filled with shops and restaurants. All in all, Kenai is an incredible place to live with something for everyone - from natural wonders to cultural events and activities.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Kenai is 8.9% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Kenai jobs have decreased by 0.3%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Kenai's cost of living is 1.6% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Kenai's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

July, August and June are the most pleasant months in Kenai, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Kenai Peninsula Borough remained overwhelmingly Republican, 64.5% to 31.8%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Kenai's population is 7,452 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 9.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 20.0 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Kenai is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 11.3%.

SCHOOLS

Kenai public schools spend $18,405 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14.9 students per teacher in Kenai. More Education

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Housing Market in Kenai

It's a good time to buy in Kenai. Home Appreciation is up 11.3% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Kenai is .

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