Palmer, AK
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Palmer, Alaska Summary
Life in Palmer research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Palmer over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Palmer:
The population in Palmer is 5,978.
The median home value in Palmer is $224,500.
The median income in Palmer is $62,068.
The cost of living in Palmer is 118 which is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Palmer is $1,053.
The unemployment rate in Palmer is 9.7%.
The poverty rate in Palmer is 11.9%.
Table Of Contents
Palmer SnackAbility
6
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
6/10
Housing
8
Affordability
6
Diversity
8.5
Safety
7
Amenities
8
Education
8
Commute
6
Palmer, AK Crime Report
130
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
2,061.9
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-11.29%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Palmer / 100k People |
Alaska / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 130 | 2,061.9 | 3,098.4 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 29 | 460.0 | 837.8 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 6.7 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 97.4 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 25 | 396.5 | 578.9 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 101 | 1,601.9 | 2,260.5 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 95.2 | 379.5 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 75 | 1,189.5 | 1,611.7 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 20 | 317.2 | 269.3 | 282.7 |
Palmer, AK Cost Of Living
118
Palmer's Overall Cost Of Living
Palmer's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Palmer | Alaska | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 118 | 125 | 100 | |
| Services | 115 | 119 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 128 | 129 | 100 | |
| Health | 150 | 152 | 100 | |
| Housing | 105 | 119 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 112 | 119 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 128 | 147 | 100 | |
Palmer, AK Photos
Rankings for Palmer in Alaska
Map Of Palmer, AK
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Population over time in Palmer
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,359 | 5.5% |
| 2020 | 6,978 | 3.0% |
| 2019 | 6,773 | 3.1% |
| 2018 | 6,572 | 1.9% |
| 2017 | 6,449 | 3.2% |
| 2016 | 6,250 | 1.0% |
| 2015 | 6,186 | 3.0% |
| 2014 | 6,007 | 2.0% |
| 2013 | 5,891 | 2.2% |
| 2012 | 5,762 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Palmer
| Race | Palmer | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 68.9% | 59.0% | 59.4% |
| African American | 3.5% | 3.1% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 8.6% | 14.2% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 1.3% | 6.3% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 8.4% | 8.2% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 7.0% | 7.3% | 18.4% |
Gender in Palmer
| Gender | Palmer | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 47.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.9% | 52.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Palmer for adults over 25
| Education | Palmer | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 3.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 36.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 26.0% | 26.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15.0% | 19.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Palmer, Alaska
| Income | Palmer | AK | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.9% | 4.1% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.4% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.8% | 6.2% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.1% | 6.2% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.4% | 9.8% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.3% | 17.6% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.5% | 13.7% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.7% | 19.2% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.6% | 10.0% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.4% | 10.3% | 9.5% |
