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Seward, AK
Seward · Kenai Peninsula Borough · AK 99664
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$260K
Median Price
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Walk Score
6.3/10
Schools
60 min
to Homer
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
CSchools
63/100
B-Quietness
70/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score55/100
Our Take
Seward offers stunning scenery and a very low crime rate, but it’s a remote, car‑centric town with a high flood risk and limited services. Housing is relatively affordable, yet the high cost of living, long commutes for specialty care, and slow internet make it a tough fit for many.
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The Good
- ✓Breathtaking natural beauty
- ✓Low violent crime
- ✓Strong sense of community
- ✓Relatively affordable housing
Real Talk
- !High flood risk (AE zone)
- !Very limited public transit and amenities
- !Long commutes for specialized medical care
- !Internet speeds can be slow and expensive
- $High utility bills due to remote location
- $Costly groceries and supplies shipped in
- $Insurance premiums may be higher because of flood risk
Best For
Outdoor EnthusiastsRetireesFishing LoversRemote Workers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Seward, AK
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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