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Drift Pile River 150, AB

Alberta

Drift Pile River 150 is a small town in Alberta with a population of 775. Residents earn $47,600 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
775 Population 31/sq mi density
$47,600 Median Income $27,900 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$47,600 median income, 20.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,600
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.8%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.9%
481% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.8%
165% higher than US avg

How Drift Pile River 150 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population775
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$47,600
Per Capita$27,900
Unemployment20.9%
Poverty32.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

B
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
Ownership5.4%
Housing Units280
Rent Burden31.6%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain18.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,919 ft (585 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.8%
High School+20.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Drift Pile River 150 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Drift Pile River 150 receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Drift Pile River 150 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Drift Pile River 150 is $47,600, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.8% 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 Drift Pile River 150 is $290,615, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Drift Pile River 150 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches.

Drift Pile River 150 has a population of 775 with a density of 31 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (99.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 78.1% of residents.

Population

775
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
25.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Drift Pile River 150 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 21.9%

Social Characteristics

Drift Pile River 150 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Drift Pile River 150 is $47,600, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $537, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 20.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 24 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Drift Pile River 150 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,600
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,900
Avg Weekly Wage$537

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.9%
481% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.8%
165% above US avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Drift Pile River 150 is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 5.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 280 total housing units in the city. 31.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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
Rent Burden31.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership5.4%
Owner-Occupied5.4%
Renter-Occupied94.6%
Housing Units280

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Drift Pile River 150 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Drift Pile River 150 vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Drift Pile River 150 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,919 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,919 ft (585 m)
Area25.1 sq mi (65.0 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates55.3644°N, 115.8019°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.7"
51% below US avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 24, 2024.

Mar 16, 2023 44 km ESE of Peace River, Canada M4.7 98 km
Mar 16, 2023 Alberta, Canada M4.6 98 km
Jan 23, 2015 32 km W of Fox Creek, Canada M4.4 141 km
Jan 12, 2016 15 km WNW of Fox Creek, Canada M4.4 129 km
Aug 24, 2024 32 km WNW of Fox Creek, Canada M4.2 127 km
Mar 16, 2023 Alberta, Canada M4.2 97 km
Mar 18, 1992 40 km SE of High Prairie, Canada M3.5 19 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 1.0 in

Drift Pile River 150 has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 4°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.8").

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1.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 95% below the national average of 33.7%. 20.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.8%
95% below US avg
High School+20.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area25.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Schools in Drift Pile River 150

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Driftpile Community School — — — —
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Gas Stations in Drift Pile River 150

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centex

Airports Near Drift Pile River 150

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
High Prairie AirportZHPSmall Airport
Swan Hills Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Drift Pile River 150

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Driftpile Cree Nation Church

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Drift Pile River 150

What is the population of Drift Pile River 150?

Drift Pile River 150 has a population of 775 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Drift Pile River 150 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,600, 37% below 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 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Drift Pile River 150 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Drift Pile River 150 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Drift Pile River 150?

Drift Pile River 150 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Drift Pile River 150?

The job market in Drift Pile River 150 faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $537. There are 24 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Drift Pile River 150?

The median home value in Drift Pile River 150 is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 5.4%.

How are the schools in Drift Pile River 150?

1.8% of adults in Drift Pile River 150 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Drift Pile River 150?

The average commute in Drift Pile River 150 is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Drift Pile River 150?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Drift Pile River 150 is 99.4% White. 78.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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