Home Value
$180,900
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.0%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$779
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.2%
58% lower than US avg
How Sun Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population491
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,489
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$17,382M
Commute40 min
Housing
Home Value$180,900
Rent$779
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,640
Health
Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.9 in/yr
Elevation82 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.0%
High School+94.3%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute40 min
Libraries12
Is Sun a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sun receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Sun offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sun is $180,900, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
32.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Sun enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Sun has a population of 491 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 12.4% Black.
Population
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Sun is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $33,489 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,141 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,117 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 10,927 |
| County GDP | $17,382M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 679 |
| Healthcare | 874 |
| Retail | 917 |
| Manufacturing | 131 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,675 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.58% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 40.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
The median home value in Sun is $180,900, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $779 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,640.
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,900 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $171,640 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $779 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,675 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.58% |
In Sun, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sun vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,688/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 874 |
Crime Rates: Sun vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
Safety Score
Sun has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 63.9 inches |
| 68% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 115/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.6525°N, 89.9105°W |
| County FIPS | 22103 |