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Residents of the Kenai Peninsula Borough experience an exceptional quality of life, thanks to a wealth of recreational opportunities, cutting-edge medical centers, reasonably priced housing, brief commutes, and tight-knit community bonds. The local schools consistently surpass state averages in both graduation rates and standardized test scores. Living on the Kenai Peninsula means access to top-notch fishing, limitless hiking paths, fine dining, golf, sea kayaking, river rafting, dogsledding, wildlife observation, and diverse shopping options.

Working on the Peninsula

Kenai Peninsula Parks & Trails

Education on the Kenai Peninsula

We are proud to offer a wide range of educational opportunities across the Kenai Peninsula. Our region includes the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, which comprises forty-two schools, as well as Kenai Peninsula College…

—an extension campus of the University of Anchorage located in Soldotna and Homer— and the AVTEC Technical Institute in Seward. Our institutions consistently surpass state averages in graduation rates and test scores, demonstrating our dedication to educational excellence.

Healthcare on the Kenai Peninsula

The Kenai Peninsula in Alaska offers robust healthcare through multiple hospitals and medical centers, providing comprehensive services ranging from emergency care to specialized treatments for the local and surrounding communities.

Cost of Living on the Kenai Peninsula

While the cost of groceries on the Kenai Peninsula aligns closely with that of Anchorage, housing prices are significantly lower, making it one of the most affordable housing markets in Alaska. Additionally, many parts of the Peninsula benefit from access to natural gas.

The Region

The Kenai Peninsula Borough stands out as a remarkably diverse area in Alaska, both economically and geographically. Spanning over 24,752 square miles, it offers residents a superior quality of life characterized by extensive recreational …

opportunities, cutting-edge healthcare facilities, reasonably priced housing, short commuting times, and robust community connections. The local schools consistently surpass state averages in both graduation rates and test scores. Leading industries in the Borough encompass healthcare, oil and gas, professional services, maritime sectors, fishing, tourism, real estate, and agriculture. This economic variety helps shield the Kenai Peninsula from the impacts of statewide and national economic downturns.

Client Feedback

ALASKA BUSINESS MAGAZINE

“Business is booming on the Kenai Peninsula, in large part due to the Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District (KPEDD), one of only four federally recognized business districts in Alaska.”

ALEX DOUTHIT

OWNER, KENAI PENINSULA DRIVING INSTRUCTION

“In the very beginning, we needed a lot of help with the licensing process; it was a big hurdle to get around the cumbersome regulations, and I was getting stonewalled throughout the process,” Douthit explains. “KPEDD were able to help point us in the right direction and to make contact with the people we needed to reach, which was integral to us starting the business.”

GENEVIEVE DEROOS

OWNER, RUSTIC ROOTS

“They really are just genuine, great people to talk to, and they really want to see small businesses succeeding, which is awesome,” she said. “Working with them has kind of made it feel like this is possible.”

TIM JAGIELSKI

VICE PRESIDENT, JAG MARINE GROUP

“They made initial introductions with AVTEC when we first came into Seward, which has really helped out across all trades of our operation,” says Jagielski. “Tim Dillon [KPEDD] is usually our first call when we get into situations where we need assistance.”