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Sand Point, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Aleutians East Borough County
Sand Point, AK
At a Glance
How Sand Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sand Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sand Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sand Point residents earn a median household income of $73,125 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,106. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 97 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sand Point is $196,400 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $435,931. Median rent is $1,149/month, with 33.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Sand Point reports 1,821 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 379% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,945/100K.
Education
16.7% of adults in Sand Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 81.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.