Home Value
$158,900
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Sunshine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population465
Median Age67.4 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$50,453
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,242M
Commute21 min
Housing
Home Value$158,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.9%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation4,262 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+74.5%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Libraries2
Is Sunshine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sunshine receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sunshine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
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 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sunshine is $158,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Sunshine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Sunshine has a population of 465 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 67.4 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 12.9% Black.
Population
67.4yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.1% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.9% |
| 11% above US avg |
The median household income in Sunshine 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 21 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $50,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $938 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $38,791 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 561 |
| County GDP | $1,242M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,940 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
The median home value in Sunshine is $158,900, 44% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $158,900 |
| 44% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,940 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.22% |
In Sunshine, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sunshine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.0% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 18.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,152/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Sunshine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Sunshine has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.8 inches |
| 77% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,262 ft (1,299 m) |
| Area | 17.6 sq mi (45.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1344°N, 107.7838°W |
| County FIPS | 35029 |