Question 1

Is 99645 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 99645 in Palmer has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Palmer city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 99645 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 99645?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 99645 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 99645. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 99645 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Palmer. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 99645?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 99645 is approximately $438K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 99645 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 99645 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 99645 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 99645 has an overall NeighborScore of 66/100, placing it in the moderate range for Palmer. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 66/100, 99645 scores similarly to the middle tier of Palmer neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Palmer — ZIP 99645

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Palmer High School	09–12	—	—	—
Sherrod Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Swanson Elementary	PK–02	—	—	—
Academy Charter School	KG–08	—	—	—
Cottonwood Creek Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Palmer Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Pioneer Peak Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Colony High School	09–12	—	—	—
Colony Middle School	PK–08	—	—	—
Butte Elementary	PK–05	—	—	—
Birchtree Charter School	KG–08	—	—	—
Mat-Su Middle College School	08–12	—	—	—