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Sun Lakes, AZ
Arizona · Pinal County · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler Metro
Sun Lakes is a small city in Arizona with a population of 14,079. Residents earn $63,545 per year, which is 15% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
3.1
/5.0
B
Good
14,079
Population
2,617/sq mi density
$63,545
Median Income
$53,743 per capita
$425,500
Home Value
$521,806 Zillow
$1,875
Median Rent
47.0% income on rent
71°F
Avg Temperature
323 sunny days/yr
185
Violent Crime/100K
2,236 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,545 median income, 1.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$425,500 home value, $1,875/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
185 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$63,545
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$425,500
51% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
185/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
39.8%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,875
61% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.6%
47% lower than US avg
How Sun Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population14,079
Median Age73.4 yrs
Density2,617/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans14.9%
Economy
AMedian Income$63,545
Per Capita$53,743
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$16,272M
Commute23 min
Housing
C+Home Value$425,500
Rent$1,875
Ownership87.5%
Zillow$521,806
Housing Units10,235
Rent Burden47.0%
Crime
FViolent185/100K
Property2,236/100K
Health
Obesity28.7%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking10.5%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,190 ft (363 m)
Education
ABachelor's+39.8%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+16.6%
School Score4.57
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband89.3%
EV Stations90
Libraries19
Is Sun Lakes a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sun Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Sun Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sun Lakes is $63,545, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sun Lakes is $425,500, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,875 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Sun Lakes is below the national average at 185 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,236 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sun Lakes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Sun Lakes has a population of 14,079 with a density of 2,617 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age is 73.4 years, 89% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.8% female and 43.2% male. The city is predominantly White (96%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 14.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.3% have health insurance coverage.
Population
14,079
Total Population
2,617
People / sq mi
73.4yrs
Median Age
89% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Sun Lakes vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sun Lakes vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Sun Lakes is $63,545, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,743 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,118, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,085 business establishments, including 424 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100.7, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 21.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Sun Lakes vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,545 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $53,743 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,118 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,681 |
| Gini Index | 0.420 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,085 |
| County GDP | $16,272M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 424 |
| Healthcare | 620 |
| Retail | 539 |
| Manufacturing | 136 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,956 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 100.70 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 21.2% |
Walkability
The median home value in Sun Lakes is $425,500, 51% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $521,806, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,875 (61% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,151 for a one-bedroom to $1,419 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,235 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1991. The average annual property tax is $2,956 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 47.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $425,500 |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $521,806 |
| Median List Price | $529,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $529,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $260 |
| Homes Sold | 46 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.0% |
| Price Drops | 38.9% |
| Inventory | 211 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,875 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 47.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 87.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 12.5% |
| Housing Units | 10,235 |
| Median Year Built | 1991 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,956 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.69% |
In Sun Lakes, 28.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 27.2% have high blood pressure. 10.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.1% report binge drinking. 16.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 20.8% report depression. 15.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,619. The dentist ratio is 1:2,919. 63.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-23)
PM2.5
7.1
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
53.8
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
0.9
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
115.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
121.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: Sun Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.7% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.2% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Cancer | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 10.5% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.2% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
| Short Sleep | 34.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| Uninsured | 8.2% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:5,619 |
| Dentists | 1:2,919 |
| Mental Health | 1:1,116 |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Dental Visits | 64.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,285/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 620 |
Sun Lakes has a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,236 per 100,000, 14% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 79 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 546 federally declared disasters. Overall, Sun Lakes receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Sun Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 184.7/100K |
| 51% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 2,236.0/100K |
| 14% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 79 |
| Traffic Accidents | 46 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 546 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Sun Lakes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 1,190 feet.
Temperature
53°F Jan (12°C)
91°F Jul (33°C)
| Annual Average | 71.4°F |
| 32% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,190 ft (363 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,617/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2150°N, 111.8700°W |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix |
| County | Pinal County County |
| Nearest Airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0517 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 7.6 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 93.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 43.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 13.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 91°F (33°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 91°F (33°C) | 1.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 85°F (30°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 1.0 in |
Sun Lakes has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 53°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Sun Lakes is located in Pinal County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 39.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 16.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.6% of the vote, a 22.1-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 90 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 620 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.8% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 22.1 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 79 |
| Traffic Accidents | 46 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 546 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.8% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 16.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.57 |
A
Education Grade (4.2/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,617/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.3 sq mi |
| County | Pinal County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 89.3% |
| Avg Download Speed | 77.0 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 10.3 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 90 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 92 |
| Public Libraries | 19 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 620 |
| Restaurants | 424 |
| Retail Stores | 539 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 22.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 21.2% |
Average costs for common services in Sun Lakes. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $252 ($151–$403) |
| Specialist Visit | $352 ($201–$554) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $201 ($101–$352) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,215 ($806–$5,035) |
| Dental Cleaning | $131 ($76–$201) |
| Dental Filling | $252 ($151–$403) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $45 ($25–$76) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $76 ($50–$121) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $302 ($151–$504) |
| Tire Rotation | $40 ($20–$76) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $604 ($403–$1,007) |
| Battery Replacement | $201 ($101–$352) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $101 ($60–$151) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $91 ($50–$141) |
| HVAC Repair | $403 ($151–$806) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,049 ($4,028–$12,084) |
| Roof Repair | $1,007 ($403–$2,014) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,063 ($5,539–$15,105) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,511 ($504–$3,525) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,105 ($5,035–$30,210) |
| DUI Defense | $5,035 ($2,014–$10,070) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,511 ($806–$3,021) |
| Will Preparation | $504 ($201–$1,007) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,518 ($1,007–$5,035) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $25 ($15–$45) |
| Women's Haircut | $55 ($30–$101) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $151 ($76–$252) |
| Manicure | $25 ($15–$45) |
| Pedicure | $40 ($25–$65) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $81 ($50–$131) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.13 ($3.02–$5.54) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.52 ($2.52–$5.04) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.83 ($2.52–$5.54) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.53 ($3.02–$6.55) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.54 ($4.03–$7.55) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.01 ($0.60–$1.81) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $141 ($81–$252) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $70 ($30–$151) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $70 ($40–$121) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $70 ($40–$101) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $65 ($30–$101) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $86 ($50–$151) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $201 ($76–$504) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,014 ($1,208–$3,525) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $70 ($30–$131) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($8.06–$25) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $101 ($30–$252) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $30 ($15–$76) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,208 ($604–$2,518) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,007 ($504–$2,014) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $403 ($201–$705) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $50 ($25–$101) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,007 ($403–$2,518) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,588 ($5,035–$30,210) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $60 ($30–$101) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $101 ($50–$201) |
| Dog Grooming | $60 ($30–$101) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $40 ($20–$76) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $302 ($151–$504) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $201 ($101–$403) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $904 |
| Toddler | $701 |
| Preschool | $701 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $909 |
| Toddler | $747 |
| Preschool | $747 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Pinal County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 10,831 | 504 | $38,695 | 1.40 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 8,209 | 406 | $25,025 | 1.16 |
| Manufacturing | 6,618 | 132 | $82,576 | 1.04 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 5,647 | 466 | $55,885 | 0.51 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 5,148 | 340 | $61,254 | 1.13 |
| Construction | 4,514 | 527 | $71,112 | 1.11 |
| Wholesale Trade | 2,000 | 276 | $101,794 | 0.65 |
| Other Services | 1,983 | 318 | $45,838 | 0.85 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 1,836 | 146 | $52,502 | 2.92 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 1,685 | 628 | $87,821 | 0.31 |
| Educational Services | 1,412 | 67 | $50,236 | 0.88 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 1,292 | 19 | $87,054 | 4.40 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,240 | 171 | $60,514 | 0.38 |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,145 | 258 | $80,391 | 0.36 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 763 | 53 | $32,052 | 0.58 |
| Real Estate | 694 | 246 | $41,243 | 0.58 |
| Information & Technology | 616 | 103 | $61,879 | 0.42 |
| Management of Companies | 562 | 151 | $64,899 | 0.43 |
| Utilities | 356 | 15 | $76,023 | 1.21 |
| Unclassified | 28 | 80 | $36,791 | 0.26 |
Schools in Sun Lakes
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence | Elementary | 820 | 39 | 21.0:1 |
Radio Stations near Sun Lakes
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99.1 The Ranch | country | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| The Ranch | country | MP3 192 kbps | |
| En Familia Radio 740 AM | spanish christian | MP3 | |
| The Strobe Radio | disco, funk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KBACH 89.5 FM AAC 64 | classical, npr | AAC 65 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Sun Lakes
2 campgrounds found near Sun Lakes.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tortilla Campground | 4.8/5 | 76 | $20 |
| Larry Forbis Overnight Group Site | 4.4/5 | 3 | $75 |
National Parks Near Sun Lakes
4 national parks and monuments found near Sun Lakes.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Grande Ruins National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| McFarland State Historic Park | State Park | Free |
| Picacho Peak State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tonto National Monument | National Monument | $10 |
Trails Near Sun Lakes
30 trails found near Sun Lakes.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PASS MOUNTAIN LOOP | 6.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BOULDER | 6.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JACOBS CROSSCUT | 5.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SOLDIER | 5.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HAWES | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SECOND WATER | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CAVALRY | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SALT RIVER | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BLACK MESA | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BUTCHER JONES | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SAGUARO | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CANE SPRING | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LOWER SOLDIER | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TREASURE LOOP | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| RIDGE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LOWER SALT RIVER INTERPRETIVE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SADDLE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| WIND CAVE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BULL PASS | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ALDER | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HIEROGLYPHIC | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SAGUARO | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| SIPHON DRAW | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BOULDER | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GRANITE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| PROSPECTORS | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SAGUARO LAKE VISTA | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BUTCHER JONES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LOWER SOLDIER | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SECOND WATER | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
Historical Trends — Sun Lakes
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13,918 | $52,718 |
| 2015 | 14,378 | $51,384 |
| 2017 | 14,800 | $54,124 |
| 2019 | 14,473 | $56,779 |
| 2021 | 13,912 | $59,207 |
| 2023 | 14,079 | $63,545 |
Museums in Sun Lakes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARIZONA ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 6022731341 | $24,479,643 | |
| DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 4809411225 | $14,206,450 | |
| ARIZONA SCIENCE CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 6027162010 | $9,054,937 | |
| ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS FOUNDATION | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 6024623430 | $4,110,958 | |
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF PHOENIX | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 6022530501 | $3,681,237 | |
| HERITAGE SQUARE | HISTORY MUSEUM | 4127872834 | $293,199 | |
| ROSSON HOUSE HERITAGE SQUARE & FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6022625070 | $293,199 | |
| ARIZONA JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6022417870 | $281,971 | |
| MUSEUM OF TELEVISION | HISTORY MUSEUM | $229,263 | ||
| MESA HISTORICAL AND ARCHEOLOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 51 EAST MAIN STREET | 4808352286 | $181,846 |
| MESA HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4808357658 | $181,846 | |
| GILBERT HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4809261577 | $163,579 | |
| GILBERT HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 10 S GILBERT ROAD | 4809261577 | $163,579 |
| PHOENIX POLICE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6025347278 | $135,353 | |
| ARIZONA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 4806442230 | $128,165 | |
| PHOENIX ZOO | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 455 NORTH GALVIN PARKWAY | 6022863800 | $89,540 |
| ARIZONA RAILWAY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 330 E RYAN RD | 4808211108 | $77,773 |
| ALWUN HOUSE FOUNDATION | ART MUSEUM | 6022537887 | $69,944 | |
| TOVREA CARRARO SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5025 E VAN BUREN STREEY | 6022563321 | $66,842 |
| PUEBLO GRANDE MUSEUM AUXILIARY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6024950901 | $41,700 | |
| CHANDLER HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4807822717 | $32,367 | |
| CHANDLER MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $32,367 | ||
| SONORAN DESERT NATIONAL MONUMENT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 13252 | 6025700658 | $14,387 |
| BUFFALO SOLDIERS OF THE ARIZONA TERRITORY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4804155439 | $4,594 | |
| AFRICAN AMERICAN MULTICULTURAL MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | �617 NORTH SCOTTSDALE ROAD | 4803144400 | |
| AMERICAN AVIATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY PHOENIX WING | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ARIZONA ANTIQUE ENGINE & TRACTOR MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| ARIZONA COUNCIL FOR HISTORY EDUCATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF MINES & MINERAL RESOURCES | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 6239352007 | ||
| ARIZONA GENEALOGICAL ADVISORY BOARD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ARIZONA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM AT PAPAGO PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ARIZONA OPEN WHEEL RACING MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| ARIZONA STATE CAPITOL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6025424675 | ||
| ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 4809652787 | ||
| ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 4809655081 | ||
| ASU CENTER FOR METEORITE STUDIES | GENERAL MUSEUM | SOUTH MCALLISTER AVENUE | 4809656511 | |
| CHAMPLIN FIGHTER MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6028304540 | ||
| CHILDREN MUSEUM OF CHANDLER | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 4809630262 | ||
| CLASSIC GAME PRESERVATION SOCIETY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4809241940 | ||
| CONFEDERATE AIR FORCE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9722279119 | ||
| CROSS-CULTURAL DANCE RESOURCE COLLECTION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4809654764 | ||
| DON LUSCOMBE AVIATION HISTORY FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6029170969 | ||
| DORRANCE PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 600 EAST WASHINGTON STREET | ||
| ERIC FISCHL GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 6022234000 | ||
| GALLERY 100 | ART MUSEUM | 4809658521 | ||
| GALLERY OF DESIGN | ART MUSEUM | |||
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6022547516 | ||
| HALL OF FLAME MUSEUM OF FIREFIGHTING | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6022753473 | ||
| HALLE HEART CENTER MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 6024145353 | ||
| HARRY WOOD ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| HARRY WOOD GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4809658521 | ||
| HERITAGE AND SCIENCE PARK | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 6022625071 | ||
| HISTORICAL MEDIEVAL RE-CREATIONS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| I.D.E.A. MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 150 W. PEPPER PLACE | 4806442467 | |
| MARICOPA COUNTY JUSTICE MUSEUM & LEARNING CENTER FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 125 W JEFFERSON | ||
| MARICOPA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 41600 W SMITH-ENKE ROAD | ||
| MCFARLAND HISTORICAL STATE PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MESA CITY SPORTS HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 63 E MAIN ST | ||
| MUSEO CHICANO | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6022575536 | ||
| MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 6177232500 | ||
| NIGHT GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4809658521 | ||
| NORTHLIGHT GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| NOVA ROMA | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PETERSEN HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6023505105 | ||
| PHOENIX AFRICAN ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 6023070893 | ||
| PHOENIX TROLLEY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 25 W CULVER STREET | 6022540307 | |
| SAN TAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4809879380 | ||
| SLIDE ROCK STATE PARK | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5202823034 | ||
| SOUTHWEST CENTER FOR EDUCATION & THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT (SCENE) | GENERAL MUSEUM | 800 S CADY MALL | 4809655704 | |
| SOUTHWEST CENTER FOR EDUCATION AND THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| STUDENT ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 4807327000 | ||
| TEMPE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1300 N COLLEGE AVE | 4809290292 | |
| WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6026190628 | ||
| WINGSPAN AIR HERITAGE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4809245543 | ||
| ZELMA BASHA SALMERI GALLERY OF WESTERN AMERICAN AND AMERICAN INDIAN ART | ART MUSEUM | 22402 S BASHA ROAD | 4808955230 |
Libraries in Sun Lakes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHOENIX PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1221 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE | 0.0 | 4,764,018 | |||
| CHANDLER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 22 SOUTH DELAWARE STREET | 0.0 | 1,238,699 | |||
| CITY OF MESA MAIN LIBRARY | 64 EAST 1ST STREET | 0.0 | 1,169,264 | |||
| TEMPE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 3500 SOUTH RURAL ROAD | 0.0 | 713,589 | |||
| MARICOPA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 41600 WEST SMITH ENKE ROAD | 0.0 | 175,202 | |||
| AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 46521 WEST FARRELL ROAD | 0.0 | 35,258 | |||
| IRA H. HAYES MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 94 NORTH CHURCH STREET | 0.0 | 12,626 |
Farmers Markets in Sun Lakes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agritopia Farm Stand | 3000 E. Ray Road (Higley & Ray) | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Yes | Visit | |
| Ahwatukee Farmers Market | 4700 E. Warner Rd | Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | |||
| Chandler Farmers Market | 3 S. Arizona Ave | 10/05/2017 to 05/31/2018 | Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Clark Park Farmer's Market | 1730 S Roosevelt St | 10/01/2016 to 05/07/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| DeSoto's Indoor Farmers' Market | 915 N. Central Ave. | 07/12/2015 to 12/27/2015 | Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM; | ||
| Gilbert Farmers Market | 222 N. Ash St. | 05/07/2016 to 09/24/2016 | Sat: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM; | Yes | Visit |
| IRONOAKS @ SUN LAKES MARKET | 24218 S Oakwood Blvd | 10/01/2013 to 05/06/2014 | Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Mesa Community Farmers' Market | 20 E. Main St. | 10/15/2015 to 06/15/2016 | Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Orchard Community Learning Center~Mountain Park Health Center | 635 E Baseline Rd | 01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017 | Mon: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Phoenix Public Market | 721 N Central Avenue | 1/1/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Rays Market | 1840 E Warner Rd | Visit | |||
| SUNBIRD GOLF RESORT MARKET | 6240 S Sunbird Boulevard | 10/24/2013 to 05/26/2014 | Mon: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Tempe Community Market | 620 N. Mill Ave. | 06/08/2014 to 10/26/2014 | Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Tempe Farmers Market | 805 S. Farmer Ave | Visit | |||
| The AZ Capitol Farmers Market | 1700 W. Adams Street | 1/12/2017 | Thu: 10:30 AM-1:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Hotels in Sun Lakes
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Holiday Inn Phoenix - Chandler
Restaurants in Sun Lakes
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
A Ma's Kitchen & Pho - South Chandler
Amalfi Pizzeria
Barro's Pizza
Bear’s Den Bar and Grill
Blue 32 Sports Grill
Chen's Chinese Bistro
CoConuts Fish Cafe
Cuisine & Wine Bistro
Doshi Chicken & Cupbop
Eat Fit Go
Fantastico's Mexican Food
Fiesta Mexicana
Fired Pie
First Watch
Grill 61
High Tide Seafood
Hyderabad House Arizona
Jet's Pizza
La Casa Blanca
Mama Thai Kitchen
Moreno's Express
Palo Verde Clubhouse & Restaurant
Pizza Hut
Rush Street Pizza
Stone & Barrel
Taqueria Factory
The Buttered Biscuit
Zen Chinese Food
Cafes in Sun Lakes
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Black Rock Coffee
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Cinemas in Sun Lakes
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Majestic Chandler 9
Clinics in Sun Lakes
17 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Associated Internists
AZ Internal Medicine
DaVita Ocotillo Dialysis
Desert Shores Pediatrics
Desert Valley Urgent Care
Fresenius Kidney Care
Harmony Health
Lakeside Internal Medicine
LoveJoy Hormone Clinic
NextCare Urgent Care
Ocotillo Foot & Ankle
One Medical Primary Care Clinic - Sun Lakes
Paper Cranes Wellness & Community Center
Southwest Internal Medicine & Pain Center
Southwest Kidney Institute
SummitMD Dermatology
Sun Lakes Family Physicians
Dentists in Sun Lakes
13 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Fiesta Dental
Fountains Dental Center
Impressions Dental
Kidiatric Dental & Orthodontics
Lakeside Dental Care
Mosaic Dentistry
Oakwood Family Dental Care
Promenade Dental
Rush Family Dental
Smile Today Dental
Smiles Works Dentistry
Solaris Dentistry
Sun Lakes Family Dental
Veterinaries in Sun Lakes
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Animal Medical Center of Chandler
Banfield Pet Hospital
DVS Veterinary Hospital
Sun Lakes Chandler Animal Clinic
Gas Stations in Sun Lakes
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Arco
Circle K
Circle K
Fry's Fuel Center
gulf
Safeway Fuel Station
Shell
Banks in Sun Lakes
12 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Amtrust Bank
Bank of America
BMO
Chase
Chase
Chase
Desert Financial Credit Union
Parkway Bank
PNC Bank
Trust Bank
WaFd Bank
Wells Fargo
Gyms in Sun Lakes
9 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Anytime Fitness
AZFITCO
Club Pilates
Clubhouse
Cottonwood/Palo Verde Fitness Center
F45 Training
John Allen's Personal Training
Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa
Smart Gym
Golf Courses in Sun Lakes
8 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bear Creek Golf Complex
Cottonwood Country Club Golf Course
Ironwood Golf Club
Oakwood Golf Club
Palo Verde Golf Course
Springfield Golf Resort
Sun Lakes Golf Course
Sunbird Golf Club
Breweries in Sun Lakes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altered Element - Commercial & Residential Only | Credit & Collections, Investments, Investment Advice, Other Financial Services, Beverage Manufacture | Po Box 50508 | 6024927352 | |
| Arizona Beverage Control | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repair | 2730 E Jones Ave | ||
| Arizona Brewery Tours | Food & Drink, Tours, Brewery Tours, Tour | 2990 E Washington | 14803824677 | |
| Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. | Brewery new horiz, Brewery | 721 N Arizona Ave | 4802849863, (480) 284-9863 | Visit |
| Bear Dog Brewing Co. | Brewery and Bar | 3965 E Douglas Loop | ||
| Beers Enterprises Inc | Wholesale Beer Dispensing Equipment, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 211 W Monroe St | 6022542061 | |
| Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse - Mesa, Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse | American Restaurant, Restaurant, Brewery, Pizza Place | 6622 E Superstition Springs Blvd | 4803241675 | Visit |
| Blasted Barley Beer Co | Breweries | 404 S Mill Ave | ||
| Brewer's A/c & Htg. | Tempe Heating & Air Conditioning, Brewer's A/c & Htg. | 9111 S Hardy Dr | 4808938335 | |
| Brewers Connection | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 1435 E University Dr | ||
| Brewing Rivalry | Tempe, AZ, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Tempe Brewers, (1),, (2), (1), Tempe, AZ, | 203 E 7th St | 4809671177 | |
| Canteen Modern Tequila Bar | Restaurants, Bar, Brewery | 640 S Mill Ave | 4807737135 | |
| Cartel Brewery | Brewery Maple Ash | 225 W University Dr | Visit | |
| Dereks Man Cave | Az">brewery | 1304 E Dunbar Dr | ||
| Desert Eagle Brewing Company | Brewery Downtown Mesa, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Brewery | 150 W Main St | (602) 469-2225, 4806562662, 6024692225 | Visit |
| Four Peaks Brewery | Beverages-Distributors & Bottlers, Breweries, Beer & Ale | 2401 S Wilson St | 4806342976 | |
| Four Peaks Brewing Co | Brewery, Bar, American Restaurant | 1340 E 8th Saint (at Dorsey Ln) | 4803039967 | Visit |
| Four Peaks Brewing Company | American Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, American Restaurants, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Breweries, Bars, B | 1340 E 8th St | (480) 303-9967, 4803039967, 4803039964, 8444394722 | |
| Free Parking! | bar, wholesale, manufacturing, food, brewer | 125 E 5th St | Visit | |
| Goat Head Saloon | Dive Bar, Bar, Brewery | 1423 S Country Club Dr | 4804648030 | Visit |
| Hensley Beer | Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries | 2927 S Hardy Dr | 4809682471 | |
| Huss Brewing Co Llc | Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Breweries | 1520 W Mineral Rd | 14802647611 | |
| Jersey D's Tavern & Grill | Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Breweries | 5945 W Ray Rd | 4807059700 | Visit |
| Jersey's Tavern & Grill | Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Wineries, Brewers | 5945 W Ray Rd Ste 13 | 4807059700 | |
| Mad Hatter Brew Pub | Restaurant, Restaurant, Brewery, and Pub Downtown Tempe, Restaurant, Brewery, and Pub, Pub, Brewery | 502 S College Ave | 4809675353 | Visit |
| Majerle's Sports Grill | Sports Bar, Brewery | 24 N 2nd Saint (at Washington St) | 6022530118 | Visit |
| Pedal Haus Brewery | Brewery and Gastropub, Gastropub, Brewery, Brewery and Gastropub Downtown Tempe | 730 S Mill Ave H 102 | 4803142337, (480) 314-2337 | Visit |
| Phoenix Ale Brewery | Nightclub Information Services, Hot Dog Restaurants, Burger Restaurants, Brewery and Bar, Brewery, B | 3002 E Washington St | 6022755049 | Visit |
| Quick Dispensary | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repair | 1542 E Victory St | ||
| Red White & Brew | Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries | 4580 S Gilbert Rd D 4 | 4803055964 | |
| Sleepy Dog Brewing Company | Bars & Clubs, Breweries, Nightlife, Food & Drink | 1920 E University Dr | 4809675476 | |
| Stainless Brewing Llc | Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brew Pubs, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Breweries, Beer & | 60 W Baseline Rd | 4808332739 | Visit |
| T'z Market Place | Grocery Stores, Brewers, Wineries, Ethnic Food Markets | 58 San Marcos Plz | 4808572088 | |
| The Perch Pub & Brewery | Restaurant, Pub, Brewery | 232 S Wall St | 4807737688 | Visit |
| The Shop Beer Co. | Brewery | 922 W 1st St | ||
| Uncle Bear's Brewery and Grill | Brewery Ahwatukee Foothills | 4921 E Ray Rd | 4809612374 | Visit |
Stadiums & Teams in Sun Lakes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Diamondbacks | MLB | NL West |
| Phoenix Suns | NBA | West |
Pharmacies in Sun Lakes
4 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BASHAS' | 10325 EAST RIGGS ROAD | 480-802-7182 |
| CVS - 3491 | 9546 EAST RIGGS ROAD | 480-895-3042 |
| PROGRESSIVE HOME MEDICAL | 10450 EAST RIGGS ROAD | 480-895-1877 |
| WALGREENS - 3669 | 10324 EAST RIGGS ROAD | 480-895-0761 |
Cell Towers in Sun Lakes
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 20386 MURPHY ROAD (109081) | GTOWER | 96 |
| 20386 MURPHY ROAD (109081) | GTOWER | 96 |
| CHANDLER: 20701 SOUTH 164TH STREET | TOWER | 59 |
| 1.4 Mi SW of Bapchule, 2.47 Mi West of I-10 | TOWER | 58 |
| (I-10 HWY 93) NW inter. Seed Farm & Blue Bird Rds. | LTOWER | 32 |
Fire Stations in Sun Lakes
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Lakes Fire District | 25020 S Alma School RD | Career | 480-895-9343 |
Bridges in Sun Lakes
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1967 | 32 | 63,210 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1967 | 32 | 59,680 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1991 | 264 | 27,400 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1967 | 301 | 14,292 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1932 | 49 | 3,994 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Sun Lakes
4 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maricopa, AZ | 44605 West Mercado Street | TRAIN |
| Phoenix, AZ | 3400 East Sky Harbor Boulevard | BUS |
| Phoenix, AZ | 2115 East Buckeye Road | BUS |
| Tempe, AZ | 180 South Ash Avenue | BUS |
Superfund Sites Near Sun Lakes
7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE | 400 NORTH 5TH STREET | MARICOPA |
| HOLSUM BAKERY, INC. | 408 SOUTH 23RD AVENE | MARICOPA |
| INTEL CORPORATION - OCOTILLO CAMPUS | 4500 SOUTH DOBSON ROAD | MARICOPA |
| KYRENE GENERATING STATION | 7005 S KYRENE RD | MARICOPA |
| MINNESOTA METHANE | 2800 S. 27TH AVE. | MARICOPA |
| ROGERS CORP - PRICE | 165 S PRICE RD | MARICOPA |
| THORNWOOD FURNITURE MFG INC | 5125 EAST MADISON STREET | MARICOPA |
Airports Near Sun Lakes
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | PHX | Large Airport |
| Luke Air Force Base | LUF | Medium Airport |
| Mesa Gateway Airport | AZA | Medium Airport |
| 14th Street Gliderfield | — | Small Airport |
| 99th Avenue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Airscrew Performance Flightpark Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Ak Chin Community Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ak-Chin Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arizona Bay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bean Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bishop Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Boulais Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bouquet Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carranza Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Casa Grande Municipal Airport | CGZ | Small Airport |
| Castle Well Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chandler Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coolidge Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eloy Farms Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eloy Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estrella Sailport Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Falcon Field | MSC | Small Airport |
| Florence Military Reservation Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Flying A Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Bucket Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Crown Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Grande Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| G M Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Glendale Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hangar Haciendas Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Hidden Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Joy Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Millar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Motown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Park Glider Landing Zone | — | Small Airport |
| Pegasus Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Phoenix Deer Valley Airport | DVT | Small Airport |
| Phoenix Goodyear Airport | GYR | Small Airport |
| Pierce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pinal Airpark | MZJ | Small Airport |
| Potters Field | — | Small Airport |
| Pretzer Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Rainbow Rancho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rainbow Valley Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Roesner Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sarita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sawtooth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Schu Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scottsdale Airport | SCF | Small Airport |
| Seed Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Sun Lakes
34 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Allied Universal | ||
| Arizona Department of Public Safety | 2409 North Country Club Drive | |
| Arizona Department of Public Safety | 2409 North Country Club Drive | |
| Arizona Highway Patrol - Knutson Station | 2610 South 16th Street | |
| ASU Police Department | ||
| Casa Grande Police Department | ||
| Chandler Police - Chandler Heights Substation | 4040 East Chandler Heights Road | |
| Chandler Police Department at Desert Breeze | 251 North Desert Breeze Boulevard West | |
| City of Phoenix Police Department Headquarters | 620 West Washington Street | |
| Facilities Management/Police Department | 6045 South Sagewood | |
| Gilbert Police - SanTan Substation | 4760 South Greenfield Road | |
| Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Headquarters | 550 West Jackson Street | |
| Maricopa Police Department | 18135 North Park Plaza | |
| Mesa Police Central Station | ||
| Mesa Police Department - Special Ops | 255 West Juanita Avenue | |
| Mesa Police Department Headquarters | 130 North Robson | |
| Mesa Police Department Metro Traffic Station | 2505 South Dobson Road | |
| Mesa Police Fiesta Division | ||
| Mesa Police Station - Red Mountain | ||
| Mesa Police Superstition Station | 2430 South Ellsworth Road | |
| Phoenix PD Airport Bureau | ||
| Phoenix Police Airport Bureau | ||
| Phoenix Police Department - Central City Precinct Station | 1902 South 16th Street | |
| Phoenix Police Department - South Mountain Precinct | 400 West Southern Avenue | |
| Phoenix Police Department Code Enforcement Unit | ||
| Public Safety | ||
| Queen Creek Police Department | 20727 East Civic Parkway | |
| Scottsdale Police Department - District 1 McKellips | 7601 East McKellips Road | |
| Tempe Police Apache Substation | 1855 East Apache Boulevard | |
| Tempe Police Department | 120 East 5th Street | |
| Tempe Police Hardy substation | 8201 South Hardy Drive | |
| Tempe Police Property Room | 1875 East Apache Boulevard | |
| Tempe Police substation | 10 West Guadalupe Road | |
| Town of Gilbert Police Department | 75 East Civic Center Drive |
Grocery Stores in Sun Lakes
16 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Bashas' 43 | Super Store | 10325 E Riggs Rd |
| Burger King #9732 | Restaurant Meals Program | 9668 E Riggs Rd |
| Chandler Height AM PM 42722 | Convenience Store | 5050 S Arizona Ave |
| Circle K 2705301 | Convenience Store | 6015 S Arizona Ave |
| CVS Pharmacy 193 | Other | 4990 S Arizona Ave |
| CVS Pharmacy 3491 | Other | 9546 E Riggs Rd |
| Denny's #9634 | Restaurant Meals Program | 4977 S Arizona Ave |
| Dollar Tree 7090 | Other | 25410 S Arizona Ave |
| DOLLARTREE PLUS 9131 | Other | 1055 E Riggs Rd |
| FRY'S 668 | Super Store | 985 E Riggs Rd |
| Jack In The Box 1526 | Restaurant Meals Program | 955 E Riggs Rd |
| Papa Johns #2767 | Restaurant Meals Program | 4980 S Alma School Rd |
| Papa Murphy's AZ071 | Specialty Store | 1075 E Riggs Rd |
| SAFEWAY 1566 | Supermarket | 4970 S Alma School Rd |
| Subway | Restaurant Meals Program | 9666 E Riggs Rd |
| Walgreens 03669 | Other | 10324 E Riggs Rd |
Post Offices in Sun Lakes
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| United States Post Office - Chandler Heights | 123 West Chandler Heights Road |
Treatment Centers in Sun Lakes
70 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adolescent Substance Abuse Program - (ASAP) | Substance Abuse | 602-434-0249 |
| Arizona Mentor | Mental Health | 602-200-9494 |
| Arizona Mentor - Aztec | Mental Health | 602-200-9494 |
| Arizona Mentor - Chestnut | Mental Health | 602-200-9494 |
| Arizona Mentor - Curry | Mental Health | 602-200-9494 |
| Arizona Mentor - Evergreen | Mental Health | 602-200-9494 |
| Arizona Mentor - Horizon | Mental Health | 602-200-9494 |
| Arizona Mentor - Keats | Mental Health | 602-200-9494 |
| Arizona Mentor - Verlea | Mental Health | 602-200-9494 |
| Aurora Behavioral Healthcare - Tempe | Both | 480-345-5400 x5408 |
| Axiom Care - Whitton | Substance Abuse | 602-626-8112 |
| BBC Scottsdale - Hopess Scottsdale | Both | 480-660-5775 |
| Behavioral Health Group - Phoenix | Substance Abuse | 602-253-6553 |
| Behavioral Health Group - Tempe | Substance Abuse | 480-897-7044 |
| Buena Vista Health and Recovery LLC - Chandler | Both | 800-922-0095 |
| Care Clinic | Both | 844-782-6963 |
| Chicanos Por La Causa - Centro Esperanza | Both | 480-615-3800 |
| Community Bridges Inc - Cactus Integrated Care | Both | 602-407-6280 |
| Community Bridges Inc - Central City | Both | 602-273-9999 |
| Community Connections LLC - Greenway | Mental Health | 623-242-8460 |
| Community Connections LLC - Union Hills | Mental Health | 623-242-8460 |
| Community Medical Services - Mesa on Main | Substance Abuse | 480-977-1500 |
| Copa Health - Metro Center Integrated Health Home | Both | 602-997-9006 |
| Crisis Preparation and Recovery Inc | Both | 480-804-0326 |
| Crossroads - 360 Community Care Clinic | Substance Abuse | 602-730-3377 |
| Crossroads - Extension for Women | Substance Abuse | 602-730-3377 |
| Crossroads - Red Mountain | Substance Abuse | 602-730-3400 |
| Crossroads - Scottsdale | Substance Abuse | 602-281-6847 |
| East Valley Integrated Health Home | Substance Abuse | 480-218-3280 |
| Ebony House Inc - Mens Residential | Substance Abuse | 602-276-4288 |
| Ebony House Inc - Outpatient | Substance Abuse | 602-276-4288 |
| Elba House - Womens Residential | Substance Abuse | 602-243-5492 |
| EMPACT Suicide Prevention Center - Rio De Vida | Substance Abuse | 480-784-1514 |
| FreshStart Recovery - Donner House | Both | 480-343-0086 |
| Freshstart Recovery - Dunbar House | Both | 480-343-0086 |
| Hofunity Behavioral Health LLC | Substance Abuse | 602-799-8467 |
| Home of Purpose and Empowerment - HOPE AZ | Both | 623-440-1633 |
| Lateef Behavioral Care Homes - Minton | Both | 602-327-8375 |
| Lateef Behavioral Care Homes - South Mountain | Both | 602-327-8375 |
| Legacy Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 480-470-3195 |
| Lifewell | Both | 602-808-2800 |
| Light at the End Behavioral | Both | 623-265-6220 |
| MIND 24/7 - Higley Progression | Mental Health | 844-646-3247 |
| MIND 24/7 - Mesa | Mental Health | 844-646-3247 |
| MMDC Outpatient Clinic | Substance Abuse | 480-844-0011 |
| NorthSight Recovery | Both | 602-932-5796 |
| Oasis Behavioral Health Hospital | Both | 480-917-9301 |
| OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center | Mental Health | 801-298-2000 |
| Our Home of Unity LLC | Substance Abuse | 602-799-8467 |
| Proper Paths | Both | 480-687-5107 |
| PSA Behavioral Health Agency - DBA Resilient Health | Mental Health | 602-340-1675 |
| PSA Behavioral Health Agency - DBA Resilient Health | Both | 602-995-1767 |
| PSA Behavioral Health Agency - DBA Resilient Health | Both | 602-995-1767 |
| Recovia - Tempe | Substance Abuse | 480-712-4600 |
| Saint Lukes Behavioral Health Center | Both | 602-251-8535 |
| Samaria Behavioral Health Center | Both | 480-471-8980 |
| Sanctuary Sober Living LLC - DBA SRC 28th | Both | 602-612-3816 |
| Sanctuary Sober Living LLC - DBA SRC Rose Garden | Both | 602-612-3816 |
| Southwest Behavioral Health Services - Broadway Clinic | Both | 602-268-8748 x3321 |
| Stand Together and Recover Centers | Both | 480-649-3642 |
| Tackle Health | Both | 480-219-9735 |
| Touch Angels Behav Healthcare LLC | Both | 720-934-6368 |
| Transitions Center | Substance Abuse | 480-491-1898 |
| Unhooked Recovery - Main Street | Substance Abuse | 602-368-4471 |
| Valle del Sol | Both | 602-258-6797 |
| Valle del Sol | Both | 602-258-6797 |
| Valley Hope of Chandler | Substance Abuse | 785-877-5111 |
| Valley Hope of Tempe - Rio Sureno Medical Plaza | Substance Abuse | 785-877-5111 |
| Valleywise Behavioral Health Center - Mesa | Both | 602-344-5011 |
| Valleywise Behavioral Health Center - Phoenix | Both | 480-344-2086 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sun Lakes
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| COLVIN BLANFORD MINISTRIES | 24525 S ROCKY BROOK DR |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF SUN LAKES INC | 9535 E RIGGS RD |
| NER L HOREINU INC | 9215 E FAIRWAY BLVD |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIPS INTERNATIONAL | 24525 S ROCKY BROOK DR |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH | 23914 S ALMA SCHOOL RD |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL FOUNDATION INC | 23914 S ALMA SCHOOL RD |
| ST STEVEN ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH SUN LAKES | 24827 S DOBSON RD |
| SUN LAKES CHAPEL | 9240 E SUN LAKES BLVD N |
| SUN LAKES COMMUNITY CHURCH | 25811 S COUNTRY CLUB DR |
| SUN LAKES JEWISH CONGREGATION | PO BOX 11479 |
| SUN LAKES UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST INC | 25635 S COUNTRY CLUB DR |
| SUN LAKES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | 9248 E RIGGS RD |
| TEMPLE HAVURAT EMET | 9666 E RIGGS RD BOX 167 STE 201 |
| UNITY CHURCH OF SUN LAKES | 10405 E SILVERTREE DR |
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What is the population of Sun Lakes?
Sun Lakes has a population of 14,079 residents and is located in Arizona. The population density is 2,617 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 73.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.8% female and 43.2% male.
Is Sun Lakes expensive to live in?
Sun Lakes has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100.7 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $63,545, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $425,500 (51% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,875 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Sun Lakes safe?
Sun Lakes is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,236 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sun Lakes receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Sun Lakes?
Sun Lakes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.
How is the job market in Sun Lakes?
The job market in Sun Lakes is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,118. There are 5,085 business establishments in the area, including 424 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 21.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Sun Lakes?
The median home value in Sun Lakes is $425,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $521,806. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,875. Fair market rent is $1,151 for a 1-bedroom and $1,419 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 87.5%. The average annual property tax is $2,956.
How are the schools in Sun Lakes?
Schools in Sun Lakes have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 39.8% of adults in Sun Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 16.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Sun Lakes?
The obesity rate in Sun Lakes is 28.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.5% of adults are smokers. 16.2% are physically inactive. 20.8% of residents report depression. 8.2% lack health insurance. 63.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,619.
What is transportation like in Sun Lakes?
The average commute in Sun Lakes is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Sun Lakes?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Sun Lakes is 96% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 14.9% of the population are military veterans. 26.4% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.
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