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Desmarais, AB

Alberta

Desmarais is a small town in Alberta with a population of 116. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
116 Population 196/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
34°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.3%
1% 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 Desmarais Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population116
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female57% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units60

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,808 ft (551 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.3%
High School+11.1%
Graduate+16.7%

Community

Commute10 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Desmarais a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Desmarais receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Desmarais stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Desmarais 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 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Desmarais is $290,615, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 11.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Desmarais has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Desmarais has a population of 116 with a density of 196 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 56.5% male. The city is predominantly White (69.6%), with 8.7% Black, 8.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.3% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

116
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Desmarais vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.3%
0% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages21.7%

Social Characteristics

Desmarais vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Desmarais 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 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 30.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Desmarais 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 Time10.0 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Desmarais is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 60 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,615
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units60

Property Tax

In Desmarais, 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: Desmarais 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

Desmarais has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 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 1,808 feet.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average33.7°F
38% below US avg
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,808 ft (551 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates55.9687°N, 113.8356°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -0°F (-18°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.7 in
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
December 8°F (-13°C) 0.9 in

Desmarais has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F — from -0°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (0.6").

33.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% below the national average of 33.7%. 11.1% have completed high school. 16.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 70% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.3%
1% below US avg
High School+11.1%
Graduate Degree+16.7%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.0 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Desmarais

What is the population of Desmarais?

Desmarais has a population of 116 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 196 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 47.8% female and 56.5% male.

Is Desmarais expensive to live in?

Desmarais 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 $290,615 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. 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 Desmarais?

Desmarais has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Desmarais?

The unemployment rate in Desmarais is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 30.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Desmarais?

The median home value in Desmarais is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Desmarais?

33.3% of adults in Desmarais hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 11.1% have completed high school. 16.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Desmarais?

The obesity rate in Desmarais 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 Desmarais?

The average commute in Desmarais is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70% of workers drive alone to work, and 30.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Desmarais?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Desmarais is 69.6% White, 8.7% Black or African American, 8.7% Asian. 78.3% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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