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Bittern Lake, AB

Alberta

Bittern Lake is a small town in Alberta with a population of 216. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
216 Population 85/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$320,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$320,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $320,000
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population216
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$320,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,454 ft (748 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+30.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bittern Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bittern Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bittern Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bittern Lake is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bittern Lake is $320,000, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bittern Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 8°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 18.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bittern Lake has a population of 216 with a density of 85 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

216
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bittern Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages2.3%

Social Characteristics

Bittern Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bittern Lake 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 5.1% (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 26 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bittern Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% 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 Time26.3 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bittern Lake is $320,000, 14% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 80 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,000
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units80

Property Tax

In Bittern Lake, 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: Bittern Lake 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

Bittern Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 8°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 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 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 2,454 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.5 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,454 ft (748 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates53.0075°N, 113.0579°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.7 in

Bittern Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F — from 8°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.6").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% 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. 94.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+30.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bittern Lake

What is the population of Bittern Lake?

Bittern Lake has a population of 216 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Bittern Lake expensive to live in?

Bittern Lake 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 $320,000 (14% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bittern Lake?

Bittern Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 8°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 18.5 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Bittern Lake?

The unemployment rate in Bittern Lake is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bittern Lake?

The median home value in Bittern Lake is $320,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Bittern Lake?

0.0% of adults in Bittern Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bittern Lake?

The obesity rate in Bittern Lake 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 Bittern Lake?

The average commute in Bittern Lake is 26 minutes. 94.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bittern Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bittern Lake is 100% White. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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