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Donnelly, AB

Alberta

Donnelly is a small town in Alberta with a population of 338. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
338 Population 697/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $53,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$760 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $760/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $760
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population338
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density697/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$53,800
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty10.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$760
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units205
Rent Burden10.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,949 ft (594 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+29.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Donnelly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donnelly receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Donnelly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Donnelly is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donnelly is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Donnelly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Donnelly has a population of 338 with a density of 697 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 57.4% of residents, while 26.5% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

338
Total Population
2021 Census
697
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Donnelly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.4%
27% below US avg
Spanish26.5%
98% above US avg
Other Languages16.2%

Social Characteristics

Donnelly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donnelly is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Donnelly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit4.6%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Donnelly is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below the national average of $1,163). There are 205 total housing units in the city. 10.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, 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$760
35% below US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.4%
Renter-Occupied34.2%
Housing Units205

Property Tax

In Donnelly, 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: Donnelly 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

Donnelly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 61°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 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 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 1,949 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,949 ft (594 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density697/sq mi
Coordinates55.7279°N, 117.1055°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.8 in
March 20°F (-6°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 38°F (3°C) 0.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 1.3 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.9 in

Donnelly has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F — from 1°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and March the driest (0.6").

18.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 46% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% 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. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, while 4.6% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+29.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density697/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit4.6%
Work from Home6.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Donnelly

What is the population of Donnelly?

Donnelly has a population of 338 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 697 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Donnelly expensive to live in?

Donnelly 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 $80,000, 6% 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 $760 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Donnelly?

Donnelly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Donnelly?

The unemployment rate in Donnelly is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 6.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Donnelly?

The median home value in Donnelly is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $760.

How are the schools in Donnelly?

18.3% of adults in Donnelly hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Donnelly?

The obesity rate in Donnelly 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 Donnelly?

The average commute in Donnelly is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, 4.6% use public transit, and 6.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Donnelly?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Donnelly is 94% White, 3% Asian. 57.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 26.5% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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