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Palmer, Alaska, in Matanuska Susitna county, is 38 miles NE of Anchorage, Alaska. The city has a population of 4,533.
In Palmer, about 49% of adults are married. Large households are normal in Palmer. Be careful driving in the city, since the city is home to many young children.
In 2000, Palmer had a median family income of $53,164. In Palmer, try going next door to borrow a cup of sugar or an inkjet printer cartridge -- home offices are quite common in Palmer.
Residents of Palmer gave more campaign money ($11,275) to George W. Bush than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
Owners occupy 65% of the housing units in Palmer. The average age of the housing in the city is relatively low. If the number of studio apartments and one-bedroom apartments is any indication, then Palmer is a popular and practical place to live on one's own.
In Palmer, 83% of commuters drive to work. If you visit or move to the city, try the public transportation system.
Comparing Palmer to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alaska (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
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