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Elnora, AB

Alberta

Elnora is a small town in Alberta with a population of 288. Residents earn $51,600 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
288 Population 496/sq mi density
$51,600 Median Income $40,800 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,600 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,600
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% 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 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population288
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density496/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,600
Per Capita$40,800
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.0%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation3,058 ft (932 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+30.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Elnora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elnora receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, below-average incomes. Elnora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elnora is $51,600, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elnora is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Elnora has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Elnora has a population of 288 with a density of 496 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

288
Total Population
496
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Elnora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg
Other Languages1.7%

Social Characteristics

Elnora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elnora is $51,600, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,800. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% 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 29 minutes. 15.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Elnora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,600
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Elnora is $160,000, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 170 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Renter-Occupied17.7%
Housing Units170

Property Tax

In Elnora, 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: Elnora 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

Elnora has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 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 3,058 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.4°F
31% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation3,058 ft (932 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density496/sq mi
Coordinates51.9954°N, 113.1988°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 0.6 in

Elnora has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 10°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.6").

3.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.5% 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. 84.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+30.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density496/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Elnora

What is the population of Elnora?

Elnora has a population of 288 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 496 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Elnora expensive to live in?

Elnora 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 $51,600, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,000 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Elnora?

Elnora has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Elnora?

The unemployment rate in Elnora is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 15.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Elnora?

The median home value in Elnora is $160,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Elnora?

3.4% of adults in Elnora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Elnora?

The obesity rate in Elnora 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 Elnora?

The average commute in Elnora is 29 minutes. 84.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Elnora?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Elnora is 97% White. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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