Knik, Alaska
Knik: This census-designated place in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough is nestled in a broad valley near the Knik River and the base of the Chugach Mountains.
About
Knik is a city located in the county of Matanuska-Susitna Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska.
Quick Facts about Knik
| State | Alaska (United States) |
| County | Matanuska-Susitna Borough |
| Latitude & Longitude | 61.4578,-149.7289 |
| Time Zone | America/Anchorage |
| Local time | 18:18:49 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 36℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Knik is located at 61°27'28"N 149°43'44"W (61.4577800, -149.7288900).
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Weather
36°F
Mostly Sunny
10 mph NW
This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 36. Northwest wind around 10 mph.
7-Day Forecast
K'enakatnu, K'niq-a-mut, Kinik, Kinnick, Kneep, Knick, Knuyk, Kook, Kweek, New Knik, Nughay Bena, Palmers Store
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Knik, AK. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102553 | University of Alaska Anchorage | Anchorage (AK) | 99508 |
| 102669 | Alaska Pacific University | Anchorage (AK) | 99508 |
| 103501 | Alaska Career College | Anchorage (AK) | 99507-1033 |
| 102580 | Alaska Bible College | Palmer (AK) | 99645 |
Closest post offices linked to Knik.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Chugiak Post Office | Chugiak (AK) | 99567 |
Other cities in Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Matanuska-Susitna Borough , AK.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wasilla | 11,099 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Tanaina | 8,197 | Census-designated place in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska |
| Palmer | 7,766 | City in Alaska, USA |
| Meadow Lakes | 7,570 | Census designated place in Alaska, United States |
| Houston | 2,462 | City in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, United States |
| Willow | 2,102 | Census-designated place in Alaska, USA |
| Lazy Mountain | 1,479 | Census designated place |