Fort Liard, NT — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $67,500

10% lower than US avg

Home Value $120,000

57% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 2.8%

92% lower than US avg

Median Rent $680

42% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.2%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 14.7%

308% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.8%

52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population468

Median Age35.6 yrs

Density18/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+

Median Income$67,500

Per Capita$37,600

Unemployment14.7%

Poverty18.8%

Commute10 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$120,000

Rent$680

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units170

Rent Burden8.8%

Health

Obesity26.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking8.9%

Depression4.1%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)

AQI27 (Good)

Rain17.8 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation709 ft (216 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.8%

High School+16.7%

Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute10 min

Broadband94.0%

Is Fort Liard a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Liard is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Liard is $120,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fort Liard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Fort Liard has a population of 468 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 26.1 square miles. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.1% female and 55.9% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 2.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 55.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

468

Total Population

2021 Census

People / sq mi

35.6yrs

Median Age

8% below US avg

26.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%

Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Liard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	55.9%
	29% below US avg
Spanish	1.1%
	92% below US avg
Other Languages	43%

Social Characteristics

Fort Liard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Liard is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The unemployment rate is 14.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fort Liard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$67,500
	10% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$37,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	14.7%
	308% above US avg
Poverty Rate	18.8%
	52% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	10.1 min
Drive Alone	60.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Liard is $120,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below the national average of $1,163). There are 170 total housing units in the city. 8.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$120,000
	57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$680
	42% below US avg
Rent Burden	8.8%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	55.9%
Renter-Occupied	44.1%
Housing Units	170

Property Tax

In Fort Liard, 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: Fort Liard vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.2%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	5.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Fort Liard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -11°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 73°F. 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 17.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.9 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 709 feet.

Temperature

-11°F Jan (-24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	28.7°F
	47% below US avg
January Average	-11°F (-24°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	17.8 inches
	53% below US avg
Snowfall	5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	27.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.5%

Geography

Elevation	709 ft (216 m)
Area	26.1 sq mi (67.6 km²)
Population Density	18/sq mi
Coordinates	60.2395°N, 123.4737°W
Timezone	America/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-11°F (-24°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	-1°F (-18°C)	0.7 in
March	10°F (-12°C)	0.6 in	Driest
April	32°F (0°C)	0.8 in
May	47°F (9°C)	1.7 in
June	58°F (14°C)	2.4 in
July	62°F (17°C)	3.4 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	59°F (15°C)	2.4 in
September	48°F (9°C)	1.8 in
October	34°F (1°C)	1.3 in
November	11°F (-12°C)	1.0 in
December	-6°F (-21°C)	0.8 in

Fort Liard has a seasonal temperature swing of 73°F — from -11°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (0.6").

2.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 92% below the national average of 33.7%. 16.7% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 60.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	2.8%
	92% below US avg
High School+	16.7%
Graduate Degree+	2.8%

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	18/sq mi
Total Area	26.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	10.1 min
Drive Alone	60.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Liard

What is the population of Fort Liard?

Fort Liard has a population of 468 residents and is located in Northwest Territories. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 26.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.1% female and 55.9% male.

Is Fort Liard expensive to live in?

Fort Liard 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 $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,000 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Fort Liard?

Fort Liard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average -11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Fort Liard?

The job market in Fort Liard faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fort Liard?

The median home value in Fort Liard is $120,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $680.

How are the schools in Fort Liard?

2.8% of adults in Fort Liard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 16.7% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fort Liard?

The obesity rate in Fort Liard 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 Fort Liard?

The average commute in Fort Liard is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 60.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fort Liard?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fort Liard is 98.9% White, 2.2% Black or African American. 55.9% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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