Susitna North, AK

Alaska · Metropolitan Area

Susitna North is a small town in Alaska with a population of 1,506. Residents earn $42,614 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,506 Population 5/sq mi density
$42,614 Median Income $35,210 per capita
$238,200 Home Value
$862 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$42,614 median income, 6.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$238,200 home value, $862/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,614
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $238,200
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,506
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,614
Per Capita$35,210
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$4,465M
Commute31 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$238,200
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation1,566 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+94.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute31 min
Libraries7

Is Susitna North a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Susitna North receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Susitna North offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Susitna North is $42,614, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Susitna North is $238,200, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Susitna North has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Susitna North has a population of 1,506 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 7.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,506
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
276.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Susitna North vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Susitna North vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Susitna North is $42,614, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Susitna North vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,614
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,210
Avg Weekly Wage$1,122
IRS Avg AGI$86,507

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,824
County GDP$4,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants272
Healthcare399
Retail270
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,017
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home41.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Susitna North is $238,200, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,200
16% below US avg
Median List Price$332,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$332,500
$/Sq Ft$329
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% below US avg

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-Occupied78.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,017
72% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Susitna North, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Susitna North vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death8,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities399

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Susitna North has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median21.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,566 ft (477 m)
Area276.0 sq mi (714.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates62.1476°N, 149.7485°W
County FIPS02170
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 11.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score4.86
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area276.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities399
Restaurants272
Retail Stores270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home41.4%

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