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Fort Liard, NT

Northwest Territories

Fort Liard is a small town in Northwest Territories with a population of 468. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
468 Population 18/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$120,000 Home Value
$680 Median Rent 8.8% income on rent
29°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 14.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $680/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership55.9%
Housing Units170
Rent Burden8.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation709 ft (216 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+16.7%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute10 min

Is Fort Liard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Liard receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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.

Safety & Crime

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

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.

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.

Population

468
Total Population
2021 Census
18
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 43.0%

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 average weekly wage is $723, 50% lower than the U.S. average. 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 area has 15 business establishments. 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
Avg Weekly Wage$723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.7%
308% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.1 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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). 55.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). 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 Burden8.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.9%
Owner-Occupied55.9%
Renter-Occupied44.1%
Housing Units170

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 Liard receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fort Liard 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 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. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet.

Temperature

-11°F Jan (-24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average28.7°F
47% below US avg
January Average-11°F (-24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Area26.1 sq mi (67.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates60.2395°N, 123.4737°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.8"
53% below US avg
Snowfall 5.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.43"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.9 on Sep 26, 2019.

Jul 31, 2009 207 km ENE of Watson Lake, Canada M4.3 142 km
Sep 26, 2019 203 km ENE of Watson Lake, Canada M3.9 131 km
May 19, 2011 78 km NNE of Fort Nelson, Canada M3.6 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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").

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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). 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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area26.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.1 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Fort Liard

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Gas Stations in Fort Liard

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fort Liard Fuel Centre

Airports Near Fort Liard

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fort Liard AirportYJFMedium Airport
La Biche River Airport—Small Airport
Pointed Mountain Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Fort Liard

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fort Liard

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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?

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.

Is Fort Liard safe?

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

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.

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 weekly wage is $723. There are 15 business establishments in the area. 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. The homeownership rate is 55.9%.

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.

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.

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