Sand Point, AK

Alaska

Sand Point is a small town in Alaska with a population of 1,146. Residents earn $73,125 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,146 Population 143/sq mi density
$73,125 Median Income $44,106 per capita
$196,400 Home Value
$1,149 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$73,125 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,400 home value, $1,149/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,125
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,400
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,149
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

How Sand Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,146
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 13%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,125
Per Capita$44,106
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$289M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,400
Rent$1,149
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Elevation90 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+81.4%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 51%
Commute6 min
Libraries1

Is Sand Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sand Point receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Sand Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sand Point is $73,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sand Point is $196,400, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,149 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sand Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Sand Point has a population of 1,146 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (44%), with 13.4% White, 7.5% Black.

Population

1,146
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sand Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.8%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.2%
118% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sand Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sand Point is $73,125, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Sand Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,125
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,106
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$64,310

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)97
County GDP$289M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare10
Retail5
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sand Point is $196,400, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,149 (1% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,400
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,149
1% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,061
1 Bedroom$1,194
2 Bedrooms$1,467
3 Bedrooms$1,941
4 Bedrooms$2,304

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

In Sand Point, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sand Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.0%
Checkup Rate64.9%
Premature Death4,200/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access27.4%
Healthcare Facilities10

Crime Rates: Sand Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Sand Point has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation90 ft (27 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates55.3135°N, 160.4843°W
County FIPS02013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 50.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score4.86
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants7
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

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