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Sand Point
City in Alaska, United States
Overview
Sand Point is a remote fishing community located on Popof Island in the Shumagin group, known for its rich Aleut heritage and dramatic coastal scenery. Life here revolves around commercial fishing, with close-knit residents and stunning wilderness right on the doorstep. Visitors will appreciate the small-town charm and unique blend of Alaskan culture and nature.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Alaska
Population
578
Time Zone
America/Anchorage
Coordinates
55.34°, -160.50°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$2,700
Local Cost
$1,780
Local Income
$2,300
Cashless
45
English
100
Temperature
4.5°C
Summer Avg
10.5°C
Winter Avg
-0.2°C
Record High
22.2°C
Record Low
-14.9°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
1141 mm
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
2
Parks
0
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
9.0
Airport
SDP
Distance
3 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 73/100.
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