Nelchina, Alaska is a small rural community located in the Copper River Basin of Alaska. It has an estimated population of about 300 people and is one of the most remote places on the planet. Despite its small size, Nelchina is ranked highly on many bestplaces rankings in terms of quality of life. According to BestPlaces, Nelchina ranks seventh in Alaska for \"Best Places to Live\" due to its low cost of living and access to outdoor activities like fishing and hunting. Additionally, Nelchina ranks sixth in terms of safety with an overall crime rate that is much lower than the national average. In terms of education, Nelchina ranks fifth in Alaska with high graduation rates and test scores compared to other cities statewide. Finally, Nelchina earns an “A” grade from BestPlaces for its overall livability rating which takes into account factors such as public schools, housing options, job market and local amenities. All these rankings show that despite its small size and remote location, Nelchina offers a high quality of life for its residents.
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