Sunrise, AK

Alaska · Metropolitan Area

Sunrise is a small town in Alaska with a population of 20.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
20 Population 2/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 65.0%
93% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20
Median AgeN/A
Density2/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$32,113M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Elevation1,636 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 56%
Commute27 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries5

Is Sunrise a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunrise receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sunrise stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Education

Sunrise is a highly educated community — 65.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sunrise has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches, including 214.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Sunrise has a population of 20 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

20
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
13.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65%
Female 35%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunrise vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunrise vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunrise is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Sunrise vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,436
IRS Avg AGI$94,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,829
County GDP$32,113M

Business (County)

Restaurants785
Healthcare1,392
Retail819
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,419
141% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied65.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,419
141% above US avg

Health Metrics: Sunrise vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access93.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,392

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Sunrise has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.9 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall214.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,636 ft (499 m)
Area13.0 sq mi (33.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates60.8701°N, 149.4678°W
County FIPS02020
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 65.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.7-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.7%
D 56.3%

Winner: Democrat by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.0%
93% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.86
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area13.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities1,392
Restaurants785
Retail Stores819

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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