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Barnwell, AB

Alberta

Barnwell is a small town in Alberta with a population of 978. Residents earn $93,000 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
978 Population 1,687/sq mi density
$93,000 Median Income $47,800 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$1,130 Median Rent 15.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 309 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$93,000 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $1,130/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,000
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,130
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population978
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density1,687/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$93,000
Per Capita$47,800
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty11.2%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$1,130
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden15.7%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation2,720 ft (829 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+16.0%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Barnwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnwell receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Barnwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barnwell is $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barnwell is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,130 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Barnwell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Barnwell has a population of 978 with a density of 1,687 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 59.2% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

978
Total Population
2021 Census
1,687
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.2%
25% below US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages40.3%

Social Characteristics

Barnwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnwell is $93,000, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Barnwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,000
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone95.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Barnwell is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,130 (3% below the national average of $1,163). There are 260 total housing units in the city. 15.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,130
3% below US avg
Rent Burden15.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%
Renter-Occupied15.4%
Housing Units260

Property Tax

In Barnwell, 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: Barnwell 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

Barnwell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 309 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 15.0 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 2,720 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,720 ft (829 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,687/sq mi
Coordinates49.7667°N, 112.2518°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 0.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.8 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.7 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in

Barnwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 17°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.6").

10.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.0% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 95.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+16.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,687/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone95.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Barnwell

What is the population of Barnwell?

Barnwell has a population of 978 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,687 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 50.5% male.

Is Barnwell expensive to live in?

Barnwell 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 $93,000, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,130 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Barnwell?

Barnwell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 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 Barnwell?

The unemployment rate in Barnwell is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Barnwell?

The median home value in Barnwell is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,130.

How are the schools in Barnwell?

10.4% of adults in Barnwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.0% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Barnwell?

The obesity rate in Barnwell 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 Barnwell?

The average commute in Barnwell is 25 minutes. 95.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Barnwell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Barnwell is 98% White. 59.2% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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