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Birchcliff, AB

Alberta

Birchcliff is a small town in Alberta with a population of 211. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
211 Population 561/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$990,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 15.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$990,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $990,000
251% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.8%
339% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density561/mi²
Male / Female50% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment15.8%
Poverty12.9%
Commute29 min

Housing

F
Home Value$990,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation3,074 ft (937 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+10.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Birchcliff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birchcliff receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Birchcliff has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birchcliff is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.8%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birchcliff is $990,000, making it a premium housing market at 251% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 10.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Birchcliff has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Birchcliff has a population of 211 with a density of 561 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (87.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

211
Total Population
2021 Census
561
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Birchcliff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages4.8%

Social Characteristics

Birchcliff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birchcliff is $82,896, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,913 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% 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 29 minutes. 33.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Birchcliff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,896
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.8%
339% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Birchcliff is $990,000, 251% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 65 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$990,000
251% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%
Renter-Occupied15.4%
Housing Units65

Property Tax

In Birchcliff, 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: Birchcliff 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

Birchcliff has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 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 3,074 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation3,074 ft (937 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density561/sq mi
Coordinates52.3612°N, 114.1187°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.7 in

Birchcliff has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 9°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.6").

20.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 39% below the national average of 33.7%. 10.3% 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. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+10.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density561/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Birchcliff

What is the population of Birchcliff?

Birchcliff has a population of 211 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 561 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 50% male.

Is Birchcliff expensive to live in?

Birchcliff 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 $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $990,000 (251% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Birchcliff?

Birchcliff has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Birchcliff?

The job market in Birchcliff faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 33.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Birchcliff?

The median home value in Birchcliff is $990,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Birchcliff?

20.7% of adults in Birchcliff hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 10.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Birchcliff?

The obesity rate in Birchcliff 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 Birchcliff?

The average commute in Birchcliff is 29 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 33.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Birchcliff?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Birchcliff is 87.1% White. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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