B+

University Area

Anchorage, AK

Crime Score: B+ - Average crime

9,987
Population
$88,794
Median Income
$316,364
Median Home Value
34.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 111
Robbery 109
Burglary 115
Larceny/Theft 130
Vehicle Theft 121

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$316,364
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
50.4%
Renter Occupied
49.7%
Vacant
6.8%

Cost of Living

8% higher than national average
🏠 Housing +7%
🛒 Food & Groceries +2%
🚗 Transportation +3%
🏥 Healthcare -9%
💡 Utilities -4%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

29.7%
High School+
18.0%
Bachelor's+
15.2%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
48.8%
Black/African American
11.4%
Hispanic/Latino
8.4%
Asian
11.9%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
22° / 9°F
Summer (Jul)
65° / 52°F
🌧️
16.1"
Annual Rain
❄️
70.0"
Annual Snow

About University Area

University Area is a neighborhood located in Anchorage, AK. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 9,987 residents with a median household income of $88,794 .

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities