Alaska is the fourth most affected state in the ongoing federal government shutdown, according to a report released this month by personal finance website WalletHub. The report ranked all 50 states and the District of Columbia based on five factors, including the percentage of federal jobs, federal contract dollars per capita, and access to national parks.

WalletHub cited Alaska’s high share of federal employment as a key factor in its ranking. The state has the fourth-highest proportion of federal jobs nationwide.

The U.S. Fisheries Resource Office on K-Beach Rd and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development Office in Kenai are just a couple of those that are closed on the Peninsula.

Alaska’s numerous national parks have also been affected, with many experiencing reduced st

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