1. Anchorage has been named All-America City four times, in 1956, 1965, 1984/85, and 2002, by the National Civic League. It has also been named by Kiplinger as the most tax friendly city in the United States.
   
   
2. Anchorage's largest economic sectors include transportation, military, local and federal government, tourism, and resource extraction. Large portions of the local economy depend on Anchorage's geographical location and surrounding natural resources. Anchorage's economy traditionally has seen steady growth, while not quite as rapid as the rest of the country; it also does not experience as much pain during economic downturns. Widespread housing foreclosures seen around the country during 2007 and 2008 were generally nowhere near as severe.
   
   
3. Anchorage has a subarctic climate but with strong maritime influences that moderate temperatures. Average daytime summer temperatures range from approximately 55–78 °F, average daytime winter temperatures are about 5–30 °F.
   
   

By Race

White

Black

Native American

Asian

Hispanic

Total Population

66.4%

8.4%

10.4%

8.3%

7.7%

Because Hispanics could be counted in other races, the totals above could possibly be more than 100%. If you would like a detailed listing of all ethnic groups in the U.S., please Click Here.

A small percentage of the businesses listed on BlackCityInfo.com may not necessarily be black owned and operated but have received favorable reviews from users who have visited the establishment, or from the owners themselves who warmly seek out African American patronage.

BEAUTY CARE - BLACK HAIR SALONS - MULTICULTURAL

1. Glamour Braids & Weaves  - 545 East Northern Lights Boulevard - Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 272-4266
   
   
2. Queenies Beauty Box  - 743 E 9th Ave - Anchorage AK (907) 272-5750
   
   
3. Royalty Salon  - 2706 Fairbanks St., Suite 1 - Anchorage, AK 99503 - (907) 844-1843
   
   
4. Strictly Braids Weaves & Things  - 1020 Eagle Street - Anchorage, AK 99501 - (907) 274-3031
   
   
5. The Basement Salon  - 1930 Cannoneer Circle Ste. B, - Anchorage, Alaska - (907) 277-1774   (visit website)
   
   

DINING - CATERING

1. Mountain View - 4119 Mountain View Dr - Anchorage, AK 99508 - (907) 277-7685
   
   
2. Roscoe's Catfish and Bar-B-Que - 3001 Penland Parkway - (907) 276-5879
   
   
3. Soul Food Incorporated - 4119 Mountain View Drive - Anchorage AK 99508 - (907) 277-7685
   
   
4. Wings-n-Things - 701 W 36th Ave - Anchorage, AK 99503 - (907) 277-9464
   
   

Pros and Cons of Living in Alaska (Anchorage and Ketchikan) Well, considering the fact that I've only lived here for 10 months and most of that time was spent in a small town (Ketchikan) on an island, my perspective is pretty limited. Nevertheless, here is what I think life is like in Alaska.

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CHURCHES

1. Leake Temple AME Zion Church -  430 N Hoyt St. Anchorage, AK 99508-1608 (907) 272-9216
   
   

ANNUAL EVENTS

1. Juneteenth Alaska - (visit website)
   
   Includes a basketball tournament, Hip Hop Night, the Miss Juneteenth Pageant and a Gospel Day.