Kenai Peninsula Borough
The Kenai Peninsula Borough is one of the most economically and geographically diverse regions in Alaska. Covering more than 24,752 square miles, residents enjoy a high quality of life with abundant recreational resources, state-of-the-art medical facilities, affordable housing, short commute times, and strong community ties.
Kachemak Bay and the waters of southwestern Alaska shape our picturesque coastal town and anchor Homer’s economy. Its coastal location, relatively mild climate, and quality amenities make Homer a popular tourist destination and attractive to new residents.
The City of Kenai is a thriving coastal community situated at the mouth of the world famous Kenai River. When Kenai was established in 1791, the Dena’ina Athabascan Indian Village was already a thriving community located on the bluff overlooking Cook Inlet. Kenai is known for its exceptional fishing, wildlife, and abundant natural resources and is easily accessible by highway (150 miles south of Anchorage), a flight into the Kenai Municipal Airport, or via the commercial and public dock.
Soldotna is centrally located on the Kenai Peninsula, at the crossroads of the region’s major highways and along the banks of the world-famous Kenai River. The City is home to several of the borough’s largest employers, with significant economic activity in the health care, education, retail, entertainment, and tourism sectors. Soldotna is located within close proximity to two-thirds of the Borough population, and has become a center for commercial and recreational opportunities.