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Foothills County, AB
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Foothills County, AB
At a Glance
How Foothills County Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Foothills County's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Foothills County a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Foothills County residents earn a median household income of $132,000 , which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $104,000. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7% (142% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 719 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Foothills County is $900,000 , 219% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,350/month, with 19.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
19.4% of adults in Foothills County hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 29.2% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Foothills County has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches.