A report by Newsweek found that Anchorage, Alaska was THE Best Place to Start Over.
Statistics provided:
Companies planning to hire in next quarter: 28%
Best job prospects: Construction, Durable Goods Manufacturing, Nondurable Goods Manufacturing, Wholesale & Retail Trade, Information, Financial Activities, Professional & Business Services, Education & Health Services, Leisure & Hospitality, Other Services,
Government Population: 279,243
Average home price in January: $313,796
Unemployment rate: 8.1%
****Anchorage has been somewhat buffered from the recession, but it has been hit by low oil prices. The local economy benefits from the state's rich oil and natural gas supplies, tourism, and U.S. military presence. To find out more, Request a Free Relocation Packet Today.
Anchorage is a great city... We considered moving there years ago but fate kept us here. Great info!
Hello Jesse & Kathy,
Anchorage is a great city. My family loves it here. How are things in Fairbanks? I hope you are experiencing good weather up there!