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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.

2.8 /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
29°F Avg Temperature 294 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 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
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units200

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Fort Albany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Albany receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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

Fort Albany has a population of 775 with a density of 571 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian.

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 Only82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages11.9%

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. The unemployment rate is 21.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Fort Albany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.5%
497% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

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

Ownership & Property

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

Property Tax

In Fort Albany, 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: Fort Albany 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

Fort Albany has an average annual temperature of 29°F (-1°C). Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.0 inches. The area enjoys 294 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.0 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density571/sq mi
Coordinates52.2100°N, 81.6780°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density571/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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