Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Juneau a good place to live?
Downtown Juneau is a good place to live. Downtown Juneau is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Downtown Juneau is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Downtown Juneau has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.2 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $110,685 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 54.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Juneau are renters, with 54.2% of residents renting and 45.8% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Downtown Juneau can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Downtown Juneau neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Juneau, AK a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Juneau, AK is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Juneau?
The median home price in Downtown Juneau is $387,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $77,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,900 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $81K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Juneau. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Downtown Juneau is $111K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Juneau?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Juneau are:
- Thunder Mountain Middle School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Juneau-Douglas High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alternative High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.3.
What are the best private schools in Downtown Juneau?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Juneau are:
- Juneau Montessori School has a student teacher ratio of 23:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Downtown Juneau, Juneau, AK?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Juneau, Juneau, AK?
The most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Juneau, Juneau, AK are West Juneau, Douglas, North Douglas, Lemon Creek and Mendenhall Valley.
