Sutton-Alpine, AK

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,361 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,553 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$213,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$419 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$799 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Matanuska-Susitna Borough
1
Anchorage Metro Area
7
Alaska
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Matanuska-Susitna Borough
1
Anchorage Metro Area
7
Alaska
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (53%) Conservative

Climate

Tundra climate. Very cold climate with short cool summers. The warmest month remains below 10°C. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 8
Feb 1 9 13
Mar 0 7 21
Apr 0 3 33
May 1 1 45
Jun 1 0 53
Jul 2 0 56
Aug 2 0 53
Sep 2 1 44
Oct 1 8 29
Nov 1 11 15
Dec 1 14 10

Hazards

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Schools

Sutton Elementary
2 miles, SW · 2.8star
Sherrod Elementary
12 miles, SW · 3.2star
Academy Charter School
12 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Colleges

Alaska Pacific University
49 miles, SW · 1.9star
University of Alaska Anchorage
49 miles, SW · 2.3star
Alaska Career College
50 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
18 miles, W · 3.2star
Alaska Regional Hospital
48 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Airports

Merle K-Mudhole Smith Airport
142 miles, SE · 1star
Fairbanks International Airport
215 miles, NE · 1star
Kodiak Airport
303 miles, SW · 1star
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