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Caroline, AB

Alberta

Caroline is a small town in Alberta with a population of 470. Residents earn $46,800 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
470 Population 595/sq mi density
$46,800 Median Income $33,400 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$940 Median Rent 20.5% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$46,800 median income, 27.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $940/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,800
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 27.8%
672% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.8%
100% higher than US avg

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

People

Population470
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density595/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

D
Median Income$46,800
Per Capita$33,400
Unemployment27.8%
Poverty24.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units215
Rent Burden20.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation3,497 ft (1,066 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Caroline a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caroline receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Caroline has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caroline is $46,800, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 27.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caroline is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Caroline has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Caroline has a population of 470 with a density of 595 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (97.7%). 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

470
Total Population
595
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Caroline vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages6.4%

Social Characteristics

Caroline vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caroline is $46,800, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 27.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.8% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Caroline vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,800
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment27.8%
672% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.8%
100% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Caroline is $125,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below the national average of $1,163). There are 215 total housing units in the city. 20.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% below US avg
Rent Burden20.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.4%
Renter-Occupied34.9%
Housing Units215

Property Tax

In Caroline, 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: Caroline 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

Caroline has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.5 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 3,497 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation3,497 ft (1,066 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density595/sq mi
Coordinates52.0943°N, 114.7392°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.0 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
May 47°F (9°C) 2.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
July 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
September 49°F (10°C) 2.4 in
October 40°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in

Caroline has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 11°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.6").

6.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% 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. 70.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
79% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density595/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Caroline

What is the population of Caroline?

Caroline has a population of 470 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 595 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 50% male.

Is Caroline expensive to live in?

Caroline 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 $46,800, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Caroline?

Caroline has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 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 Caroline?

The job market in Caroline faces challenges, with unemployment at 27.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Caroline?

The median home value in Caroline is $125,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $940.

How are the schools in Caroline?

6.9% of adults in Caroline hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Caroline?

The obesity rate in Caroline 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 Caroline?

The average commute in Caroline is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Caroline?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Caroline is 97.7% 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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