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Champion, AB

Alberta

Champion is a small town in Alberta with a population of 351. Residents earn $62,400 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
351 Population 1,038/sq mi density
$62,400 Median Income $43,200 per capita
$166,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$62,400 median income, 13.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,400
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.8%
283% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population351
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density1,038/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,400
Per Capita$43,200
Unemployment13.8%
Poverty12.8%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation3,150 ft (960 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+42.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute33 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Champion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Champion receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Champion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Champion is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.8%, unemployment is notably high. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Champion is $166,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Champion has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Champion has a population of 351 with a density of 1,038 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.1% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

351
Total Population
1,038
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Champion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
89% below US avg
Other Languages11.4%

Social Characteristics

Champion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Champion is $62,400, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% 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 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Champion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,400
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.8%
283% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Champion is $166,000, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 165 total housing units in the city. 24.2% 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$166,000
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied12.1%
Housing Units165

Property Tax

In Champion, 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: Champion 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

Champion has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 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 3,150 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation3,150 ft (960 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,038/sq mi
Coordinates50.2427°N, 113.1515°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.7 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in

Champion has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 13°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.6").

8.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% 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. 87% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+42.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,038/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Champion

What is the population of Champion?

Champion has a population of 351 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,038 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Champion expensive to live in?

Champion 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 $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,000 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. 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 Champion?

Champion has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Champion?

The job market in Champion faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 8.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Champion?

The median home value in Champion is $166,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Champion?

8.5% of adults in Champion hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Champion?

The obesity rate in Champion 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 Champion?

The average commute in Champion is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Champion?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Champion is 98.7% White. 87.1% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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