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Girouxville, AB

Alberta

Girouxville is a small town in Alberta with a population of 278. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
278 Population 1,094/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$628 Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $628/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $628
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population278
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density1,094/mi²
Male / Female53% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.0%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$628
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,864 ft (568 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+29.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Girouxville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Girouxville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Girouxville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Girouxville is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Girouxville is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Girouxville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Girouxville has a population of 278 with a density of 1,094 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (91.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 54.6% of residents, while 36.4% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

278
Total Population
2021 Census
1,094
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Girouxville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.6%
31% below US avg
Spanish36.4%
171% above US avg
Other Languages9.1%

Social Characteristics

Girouxville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Girouxville is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,913 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% 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 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Girouxville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Girouxville is $160,000, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 105 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Renter-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units105

Property Tax

In Girouxville, 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: Girouxville 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

Girouxville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. 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 4.7 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 1,864 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.6°F
36% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.8 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,864 ft (568 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,094/sq mi
Coordinates55.7501°N, 117.3359°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 1.2 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.9 in

Girouxville has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F — from 1°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and March the driest (0.6").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 94.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+29.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,094/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Girouxville

What is the population of Girouxville?

Girouxville has a population of 278 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,094 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 52.7% male.

Is Girouxville expensive to live in?

Girouxville 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 $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,000 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Girouxville?

Girouxville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°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 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Girouxville?

The unemployment rate in Girouxville is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 17.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Girouxville?

The median home value in Girouxville is $160,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $628.

How are the schools in Girouxville?

0.0% of adults in Girouxville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Girouxville?

The obesity rate in Girouxville 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 Girouxville?

The average commute in Girouxville is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Girouxville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Girouxville is 91.1% White. 54.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 36.4% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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