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Cowley, AB

Alberta

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

3.2 /5.0
B Good
216 Population 412/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population216
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female49% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation3,842 ft (1,171 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+37.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute14 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Cowley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cowley receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Cowley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cowley is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cowley is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cowley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Cowley has a population of 216 with a density of 412 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.6% 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
2021 Census
412
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cowley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg
Other Languages9.1%

Social Characteristics

Cowley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cowley 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 11.1% (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 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cowley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% 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 Time14.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cowley is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 120 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units120

Property Tax

In Cowley, 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: Cowley 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

Cowley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 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 3,842 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation3,842 ft (1,171 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density412/sq mi
Coordinates49.5689°N, 114.0738°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 1.1 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
June 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
August 62°F (16°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.2 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 0.9 in Driest

Cowley has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 19°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and December the driest (0.9").

5.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% 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+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+37.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density412/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Cowley

What is the population of Cowley?

Cowley has a population of 216 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 412 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.8% female and 48.8% male.

Is Cowley expensive to live in?

Cowley 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 $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Cowley?

Cowley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Cowley?

The job market in Cowley faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.1% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cowley?

The median home value in Cowley is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Cowley?

5.4% of adults in Cowley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cowley?

The obesity rate in Cowley 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 Cowley?

The average commute in Cowley is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cowley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cowley is 100% White. 88.6% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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