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Forty Mile County No. 8, AB

Alberta

Forty Mile County No. 8 is a small town in Alberta with a population of 3,471. Residents earn $91,000 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,471 Population 1/sq mi density
$91,000 Median Income $48,000 per capita
$278,000 Home Value
$765 Median Rent 11.9% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$91,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$278,000 home value, $765/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $91,000
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $278,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

How Forty Mile County No. 8 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,471
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,000
Per Capita$48,000
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty10.3%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$278,000
Rent$765
Ownership81.4%
Housing Units860
Rent Burden11.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain13.8 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation2,943 ft (897 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+31.0%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Forty Mile County No. 8 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forty Mile County No. 8 receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Forty Mile County No. 8 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forty Mile County No. 8 is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forty Mile County No. 8 is $278,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x 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

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Forty Mile County No. 8 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.8 inches.

Forty Mile County No. 8 has a population of 3,471 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,765.9 square miles. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 50.4% of residents.

Population

3,471
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2,765.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Forty Mile County No. 8 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 50.4%
36% below US avg
Spanish 0.1%
99% below US avg
Other Languages 49.5%

Social Characteristics

Forty Mile County No. 8 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forty Mile County No. 8 is $91,000, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $923, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 108 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 75.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Forty Mile County No. 8 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,000
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,000
Avg Weekly Wage$923

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)108

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home75.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Forty Mile County No. 8 is $278,000, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below the national average of $1,163). 81.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 860 total housing units in the city. 11.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,000
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% below US avg
Rent Burden11.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.4%
Owner-Occupied81.4%
Renter-Occupied18.6%
Housing Units860

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, Forty Mile County No. 8 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Forty Mile County No. 8 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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Forty Mile County No. 8 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,943 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,943 ft (897 m)
Area2,765.9 sq mi (7,163.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates49.4531°N, 110.8102°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.8"
64% below US avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 10, 2024.

Aug 16, 1994 27 km W of Chester, Montana M3.9 114 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 138 km
Sep 29, 2009 42 km NW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.6 142 km
Jun 5, 1991 18 km SW of Shelby, Montana M3.6 149 km
Jan 3, 2008 13 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.5 144 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 139 km
Nov 17, 1992 39 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.4 140 km
Aug 15, 1996 33 km WNW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 123 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 119 km
Jan 1, 1993 20 km WSW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 118 km
Nov 6, 2002 3 km SSE of Little Browning, Montana M3.4 146 km
Mar 5, 1995 2 km NW of Cut Bank, Montana M3.3 143 km
Jan 11, 2003 44 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.2 143 km
Apr 4, 1990 4 km WNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.1 140 km
Jun 9, 2009 20 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.0 135 km
Apr 10, 2024 17 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M2.7 137 km
Mar 29, 2008 4 km SSE of Little Browning, Montana M2.6 146 km
Mar 29, 2008 3 km SSE of Cut Bank, Montana M2.5 145 km
Feb 25, 2013 28 km WSW of Chester, Montana M2.5 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
April 42°F (5°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 1.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.4 in
October 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 0.8 in

Forty Mile County No. 8 has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 12°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (0.6").

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5.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+31.0%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area2,765.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home75.4%

Radio Stations near Forty Mile County No. 8

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Airports Near Forty Mile County No. 8

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Medicine Hat Regional AirportYXHMedium Airport
Bow Island Airport—Small Airport
Foremost Airport—Small Airport
Hutchinson Airport—Small Airport
Lincolns Field—Small Airport
Nemiskam Airport—Small Airport
Schlenker Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Forty Mile County No. 8

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Orion Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forty Mile County No. 8

What is the population of Forty Mile County No. 8?

Forty Mile County No. 8 has a population of 3,471 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,765.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.5% male.

Is Forty Mile County No. 8 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $278,000 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Forty Mile County No. 8 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Forty Mile County No. 8 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Forty Mile County No. 8?

Forty Mile County No. 8 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.8 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Forty Mile County No. 8?

Forty Mile County No. 8 has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $923. There are 108 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 75.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Forty Mile County No. 8?

The median home value in Forty Mile County No. 8 is $278,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $765. The homeownership rate is 81.4%.

How are the schools in Forty Mile County No. 8?

5.3% of adults in Forty Mile County No. 8 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Forty Mile County No. 8?

The average commute in Forty Mile County No. 8 is 30 minutes. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 75.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Forty Mile County No. 8?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Forty Mile County No. 8 is 98.9% White, 0.6% Asian. 50.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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