Susitna North
Census-designated place in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska

Susitna North is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, with 1,564 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 948 ft (289 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Talkeetna, 12.6 miles NW.
- 1,564residents (2020 Census)
- 948 ftelevation · 289 m
- 276.0 sq miland area · 714.9 km²
- 6 / sq mipopulation density
About Susitna North
Susitna North (commonly known as Sunshine) is a census-designated place (CDP) in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. It is part of the Anchorage, Alaska Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,564 at the 2020 census, up from 1,260 in 2010. The CDP was formerly named Y (), for the intersection of the George Parks Highway and the Talkeetna Spur Road. In the immediate vicinity of this intersection is a community center, containing a health clinic, law enforcement (Alaska State Troopers), Susitna Valley High School, and retail services for highway travelers such as gasoline and food.
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Living in Susitna North
- Median household income
- $55,357
- Median home value
- $257,800
- Median age
- 41.6
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Susitna North had 1,564 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 1,564 |
|---|---|
| Density | 6 per sq mi (2 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Susitna North at a glance
| State | Alaska (AK) |
|---|---|
| County | Matanuska-Susitna Borough |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 1,564 (2020) |
| Land area | 276.01 sq mi (714.9 km²) |
| Water area | 1.17 sq mi (3.03 km²) |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Coordinates | 62.1476° N, 149.7485° W |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0274350 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Susitna North
- Talkeetna12.6 mi NW
- Willow18.5 mi S
- Chase19.6 mi N
- Trapper Creek27.9 mi NW
- Fishhook32.5 mi SE
- Tanaina35.5 mi S
- Meadow Lakes35.5 mi S
- Houston36.8 mi S
- Buffalo Soapstone37.9 mi SE
- North Lakes39.2 mi S
- Wasilla40.3 mi S
- Farm Loop40.3 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Susitna North
What county is Susitna North in?
Susitna North is in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska.
What is the population of Susitna North, AK?
1,564 people lived in Susitna North at the 2020 Census.
What is the elevation of Susitna North?
948 feet (289 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Susitna North?
Talkeetna (12.6 mi), Willow (18.5 mi), Chase (19.6 mi), Trapper Creek (27.9 mi), Fishhook (32.5 mi).
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