What are the schools like in Sutton-Alpine, AK?

School district data for Sutton-Alpine is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Sutton-Alpine?

The median household income in Sutton-Alpine, AK is $71,058 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.2%.

What is the weather like in Sutton-Alpine, AK?

Sutton-Alpine has an average high temperature of 22.7°F in January and 68.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 82.5 inches.

Sutton-Alpine, AK Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Sutton-Alpine, AK affordable or expensive?

Sutton-Alpine's cost of living index is 104, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sutton-Alpine is 4% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $218,900 and the median rent is $1,175 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Sutton-Alpine, AK?

Crime rate data for Sutton-Alpine is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Sutton-Alpine, AK a Good Place to Live?

Sutton-Alpine is a small town of 1,323 in Alaska, with a median household income of $71,058 and a 13.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 104 (US average = 100), which is 4% above the national average.

Strengths: Sutton-Alpine stands out for below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Sutton-Alpine is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Sutton-Alpine city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 104.5

Sutton-Alpine's overall cost of living index is 104.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sutton-Alpine costs roughly 4% more than the average American city.

Metric	Sutton-Alpine, AK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$218,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,175	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,058	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Sutton-Alpine is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Sutton-Alpine, AK	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sutton-Alpine sees average highs of 22.7°F in January and 68.5°F in July, with 18.8 inches of annual precipitation and 82.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sutton-Alpine, AK
Average High — January	22.7°F
Average High — July	68.5°F
Annual Precipitation	18.8"
Annual Snowfall	82.5"

Demographics

Metric	Sutton-Alpine, AK	National Avg
Population	1,323	—
Median Age	40.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	44.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	65.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.4%	18.9%
Asian	1.8%	6.3%
Under 18	13.4%	22.2%
65 and over	14.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lazy Mountain, AK 6 mi Buffalo Soapstone, AK 9 mi Farm Loop, AK 12 mi Palmer, AK 13 mi Fishhook, AK 13 mi

Sutton-Alpine vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sutton-Alpine, AK affordable or expensive?

Sutton-Alpine's cost of living index is 104, where 100 is the national average. That puts Sutton-Alpine roughly 4% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $218,900 and median rent is $1,175/month.

What is the crime rate in Sutton-Alpine, AK?

Crime data for Sutton-Alpine is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Sutton-Alpine?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Sutton-Alpine, AK a good place to live?

Sutton-Alpine, AK has a population of 1,323, a median household income of $71,058, and an unemployment rate of 13.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Sutton-Alpine?

Sutton-Alpine averages 22.7°F in January and 68.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 18.8 inches with about 82.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Sutton-Alpine?

The population of Sutton-Alpine, Alaska is 1,323 with a median age of 40.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sutton-Alpine?

Key numbers for living in Sutton-Alpine: cost of living index 104 (100 = US average), median home $218,900, median household income $71,058. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sutton-Alpine side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.