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Fort Albany, ON

Ontario

Fort Albany is a small town in Ontario with a population of 775. Residents earn $92,000 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
775 Population 571/sq mi density
$92,000 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
29°F Avg Temperature 294 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$92,000 median income, 21.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $92,000
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.5%
497% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population775
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density571/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$92,000
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment21.5%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership37.5%
Housing Units200
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-1°C)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+14.3%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Fort Albany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Albany receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Fort Albany has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Albany is $92,000, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 21.5%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Albany is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 14.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fort Albany has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow.

Fort Albany has a population of 775 with a density of 571 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

775
Total Population
571
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Albany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Fort Albany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Albany is $92,000, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 21.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 24 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fort Albany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,000
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.5%
497% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Albany is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 37.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 200 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership37.5%
Owner-Occupied37.5%
Renter-Occupied12.5%
Housing Units200

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, Fort Albany receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fort Albany 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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Fort Albany has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-1°C). Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 68°F. The area gets 294 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 23.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

-8°F Jan (-22°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average29.4°F
46% below US avg
January Average-8°F (-22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density571/sq mi
Coordinates52.2100°N, 81.6780°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.0"
40% below US avg
Snowfall 6.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.82"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 2, 2012.

May 2, 2012 75 km NNW of Moosonee, Canada M4.2 56 km
Aug 22, 2011 107 km SE of Attawapiskat, Canada M3.1 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -8°F (-22°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February -3°F (-19°C) 1.0 in
March 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 27°F (-3°C) 1.0 in
May 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
October 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
December 3°F (-16°C) 1.1 in

Fort Albany has a seasonal temperature swing of 68°F / from -8°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and March the driest (0.8").

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5.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 14.3% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+14.3%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density571/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Fort Albany

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Peetabeck Academy
Francine J. Wesley Secondary School
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Gas Stations in Fort Albany

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Loone's Variety & Gas Bar

Airports Near Fort Albany

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fort Albany AirportYFASmall Airport
Kashechewan AirportZKESmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Albany

What is the population of Fort Albany?

Fort Albany has a population of 775 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 571 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Fort Albany expensive to live in?

The median household income is $92,000, 22% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fort Albany safe?

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

What is the weather like in Fort Albany?

Fort Albany has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fort Albany?

The job market in Fort Albany faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 24 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fort Albany?

The median home value in Fort Albany is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 37.5%.

How are the schools in Fort Albany?

5.4% of adults in Fort Albany hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 14.3% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Fort Albany?

The average commute in Fort Albany is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fort Albany?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fort Albany is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

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