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Fox Lake 162, AB

Alberta

Fox Lake 162 is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,488. Residents earn $62,000 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,488 Population 66/sq mi density
$62,000 Median Income $20,640 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
31°F Avg Temperature 309 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$62,000 median income, 21.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.3%
492% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 56.6%
356% higher than US avg

How Fox Lake 162 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,488
Median Age17.6 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

D
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$20,640
Unemployment21.3%
Poverty56.6%
Commute10 min

Housing

A
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units365

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-0°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+9.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute10 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Fox Lake 162 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fox Lake 162 receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Fox Lake 162 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fox Lake 162 is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 56.6% 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 Fox Lake 162 is $290,615, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 9.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fox Lake 162 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Fox Lake 162 has a population of 2,488 with a density of 66 people per square mile. The median age is 17.6 years, 55% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

2,488
Total Population
66
People / sq mi
17.6yrs
Median Age
55% below US avg
37.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fox Lake 162 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only5.4%
93% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages94.6%

Social Characteristics

Fox Lake 162 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fox Lake 162 is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 56.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Fox Lake 162 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,000
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.3%
492% above US avg
Poverty Rate56.6%
356% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.4 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Fox Lake 162 is $290,615, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,615
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied4.1%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units365

Property Tax

In Fox Lake 162, 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: Fox Lake 162 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

Fox Lake 162 has an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. The area enjoys 309 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-6°F Jan (-21°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average31.3°F
42% below US avg
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area37.9 sq mi (98.0 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates58.4678°N, 114.5118°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
94% below US avg
High School+9.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area37.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.4 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Nearby Cities

La Crête, AB 2,911 pop · 71.4 mi Mackenzie County, AB 12,804 pop · 91.2 mi High Level, AB 3,922 pop · 94.8 mi
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