Susitna North
A community guide to Susitna North in Alaska, the United States.
- Population
- 1,260 residents
- Region
- Alaska
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 62.1613, -149.8508
Overview
Susitna North is a populated place in Alaska, the United States. The community supports 1,260 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Alaska. Its position within the broader regional network gives Susitna North a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Climate
The climate at Susitna North is distinctly cool, with long winters and brief summers, reflecting its location at latitude 62.16 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Susitna North experience. Visitors planning a trip to Susitna North should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Susitna North sits at approximate coordinates 62.1613 latitude and -149.8508 longitude within Alaska. The terrain and natural features around Susitna North reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Alaska road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Economy and services
The economy of Susitna North reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Alaska. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Alaska and the United States. Businesses based in Susitna North draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.