Alberta, MN

Minnesota

Alberta is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 86. Residents earn $91,250 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
86 Population 331/sq mi density
$91,250 Median Income $42,983 per capita
$67,500 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,250
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
63% lower than US avg

How Alberta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population86
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density331/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,250
Per Capita$42,983
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$336M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.8%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,110 ft (338 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute13 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries2

Is Alberta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alberta receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Alberta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alberta is $91,250, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alberta is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Alberta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches, including 44.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Alberta has a population of 86 with a density of 331 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

86
Total Population
331
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Alberta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alberta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alberta is $91,250, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Alberta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,250
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,983
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$68,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$336M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare23
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Alberta is $67,500, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.0%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Alberta, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Alberta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death8,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access6.9%
Healthcare Facilities23
Alberta has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall44.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,110 ft (338 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density331/sq mi
Coordinates45.5749°N, 96.0504°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density331/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants18
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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