Sunrise, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
20 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
65.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,442 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$400,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,029 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kenai Peninsula Borough
2
Alaska
6
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kenai Peninsula Borough
4
Alaska
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 12 27 22
Feb 8 23 24
Mar 8 26 27
Apr 8 6 36
May 6 0 45
Jun 5 0 52
Jul 6 0 55
Aug 9 0 53
Sep 13 0 47
Oct 13 5 37
Nov 11 20 26
Dec 13 33 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 7%

Schools

Hope School
6 miles, NW 3.2 star
Girdwood School
13 miles, E 4.1 star
Bear Valley Elementary
18 miles, N 4.1 star
Goldenview Middle School
18 miles, N 2.8 star

Colleges

Alaska Pacific University
25 miles, N 1.9 star
Alaska Career College
25 miles, N 1.4 star
University of Alaska Anchorage
25 miles, N 2.3 star

Hospitals

Alaska Native Medical Center
24 miles, N 2.3 star
Providence Alaska Medical Center
25 miles, N 4.1 star
Alaska Regional Hospital
26 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
138 miles, SE 1 star
Kodiak Airport
240 miles, SW 1 star
Fairbanks International Airport
277 miles, NE 1 star