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Breton, AB

Alberta

Breton is a small town in Alberta with a population of 567. Residents earn $55,600 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
567 Population 854/sq mi density
$55,600 Median Income $44,000 per capita
$196,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 296 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$55,600 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$196,000 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,600
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,000
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.3%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population567
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density854/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,600
Per Capita$44,000
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty17.6%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation2,769 ft (844 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.3%
High School+37.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Breton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Breton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Breton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Breton is $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Breton is $196,000, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Breton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Breton has a population of 567 with a density of 854 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.7% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

567
Total Population
854
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Breton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages5.3%

Social Characteristics

Breton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Breton is $55,600, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% 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 28 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Breton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,600
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Breton is $196,000, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). There are 260 total housing units in the city. 23.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,000
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%
Renter-Occupied32.7%
Housing Units260

Property Tax

In Breton, 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: Breton 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

Breton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 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 2,769 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,769 ft (844 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density854/sq mi
Coordinates53.1108°N, 114.4715°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 1.0 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 0.8 in

Breton has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 10°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (0.7").

2.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 93% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.5% 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. 72.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.3%
93% below US avg
High School+37.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density854/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Breton

What is the population of Breton?

Breton has a population of 567 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 854 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Breton expensive to live in?

Breton 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 $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $196,000 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Breton?

Breton 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 59°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Breton?

The job market in Breton faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Breton?

The median home value in Breton is $196,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950.

How are the schools in Breton?

2.3% of adults in Breton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Breton?

The obesity rate in Breton 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 Breton?

The average commute in Breton is 28 minutes. 72.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Breton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Breton is 97% White, 2% Black or African American. 94.7% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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