Alaska, also known as The Last Frontier, is known for its cold climate. One interesting fact about Alaska is that in Juneau, the state’s capital, the average high in July is 65 degrees F and the average high in January is 22 degrees F. How much more do you know about this interesting state? Read on for some more incredible Alaska facts!
5 Facts About Alaska
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- There are more than 600 named glaciers in Alaska. (source) The state has more than 600 named glaciers, and scientists estimate there are more than 100,000 glaciers in total surrounding the state.
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- Alaska is home to the 10 highest major mountains in the U.S. (source) With an elevation of 20,310 feet, Denali is the highest mountain in the United States. Alaska also has some of the other highest mountains in the country including Mount Saint Elias, Mount Foraker, and Mount Bona.
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- Alaska is the largest state in the country by area. (source) At more than 665,000 square miles, Alaska is the largest state in the United States. It’s larger than the next three largest states – Texas, California, and Montana – combined!
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- Anchorage has the second-most affordable rent for a one-bedroom apartment. (source) 16.7% of household income in Anchorage goes to rent for an average one-bedroom apartment, which is the 2nd lowest percentage in the country.
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- Alaska has more miles of coastline than any other state in the country. (source) According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s method, Alaska has more than 33,000 miles of coastline, which is the highest in the United States.
