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Eckville, AB

Alberta

Eckville is a small town in Alberta with a population of 1,014. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,014 Population 1,630/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $55,000 per capita
$270,000 Home Value
$1,220 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 17.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$270,000 home value, $1,220/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $270,000
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,220
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.9%
397% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,014
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,630/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$55,000
Unemployment17.9%
Poverty18.2%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$270,000
Rent$1,220
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units425
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation3,077 ft (938 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+37.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Eckville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eckville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Eckville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eckville is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 17.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eckville is $270,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,220 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Eckville has a population of 1,014 with a density of 1,630 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.5% Asian.

Population

1,014
Total Population
2021 Census
1,630
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Eckville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg
Other Languages3%

Social Characteristics

Eckville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eckville is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Eckville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$55,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.9%
397% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Eckville is $270,000, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,220 (5% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,000
4% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,220
5% above US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%
Renter-Occupied23.5%
Housing Units425

Property Tax

In Eckville, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eckville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+37.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,630/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

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