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Alix, AB

Alberta

Alix is a small town in Alberta with a population of 774. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
774 Population 645/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $45,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,200 Median Rent 22.4% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,200/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,200
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population774
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density645/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$45,000
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty15.6%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,200
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units380
Rent Burden22.4%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,598 ft (792 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+38.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute36 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Alix a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alix receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Alix offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alix is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alix is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Alix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Alix has a population of 774 with a density of 645 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

774
Total Population
2021 Census
645
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Alix vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg
Other Languages4.5%

Social Characteristics

Alix vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alix is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Alix vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Alix is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above the national average of $1,163). There are 380 total housing units in the city. 22.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,200
3% above US avg
Rent Burden22.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units380

Property Tax

In Alix, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Alix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,598 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.9 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,598 ft (792 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density645/sq mi
Coordinates52.4001°N, 113.1853°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in

Alix has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 10°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.6").

5.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 38.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 77.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+38.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density645/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Alix

What is the population of Alix?

Alix has a population of 774 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 645 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Alix expensive to live in?

Alix is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Alix?

Alix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Alix?

The job market in Alix faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 11.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Alix?

The median home value in Alix is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200.

How are the schools in Alix?

5.5% of adults in Alix hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Alix?

The obesity rate in Alix is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Alix?

The average commute in Alix is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Alix?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alix is 98% White. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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