Median Income
$50,833
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$134,200
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,053
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Sunsites Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population660
Median Age65.6 yrs
Density742/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans21.1%
Economy
A
Median Income$50,833
Per Capita$36,313
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$6,576M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$134,200
Rent$1,053
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.6%
Health
Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Elevation4,334 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+97.0%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Broadband92.7%
Libraries13
Is Sunsites a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sunsites receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sunsites stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sunsites is $50,833, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sunsites is $134,200, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,053 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sunsites enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Sunsites has a population of 660 with a density of 742 people per square mile. The median age is 65.6 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%).
Population
65.6yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 10.0% |
| 25% below US avg |
The median household income in Sunsites is $50,833, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,833 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,313 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,151 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,351 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,604 |
| County GDP | $6,576M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 257 |
| Healthcare | 281 |
| Retail | 367 |
| Manufacturing | 49 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,992 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 22.2% |
The median home value in Sunsites is $134,200, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,053 (9% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $134,200 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $115,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $115,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $88 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 22 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,053 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 24.6% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,992 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.23% |
In Sunsites, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sunsites vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.3% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.1% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,424/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 281 |
Crime Rates: Sunsites vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Sunsites has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.2 inches |
| 68% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,334 ft (1,321 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 742/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9417°N, 109.8408°W |
| County FIPS | 04003 |