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Hay Lakes, AB
Alberta · Edmonton Metro
Hay Lakes is a small town in Alberta with a population of 957. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Hay Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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A+Crime
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Education
CCommunity
Is Hay Lakes a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hay Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hay Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hay Lakes is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hay Lakes is $278,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.5% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Hay Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Hay Lakes vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hay Lakes vs U.S. Average
Income: Hay Lakes vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $80,000 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,400 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $969 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 14.3% |
| 297% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 30 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $278,000 |
| 1% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,091 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 91.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 8.8% |
| Housing Units | 170 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Hay Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.9°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,523 ft (769 m) |
| Area | 38.3 sq mi (99.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.1972°N, 113.0552°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.7 in |
Hay Lakes has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 7°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.3% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 36.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Total Area | 38.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 28.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.3% |
Schools in Hay Lakes
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Sarepta Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| New Sarepta Community High School | - | - | - | - |
| Hay Lakes School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hay Lakes
19 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHBN-FM "KISS 91.7" Edmonton, AB | contemporary hits, rogers media | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| 630 CHED | hockey, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ICI Radio-Canada Première Edmonton - 90.1 FM (CHFA-FM) | classical, french culture | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sonic 102.9 | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CIUP-FM "Up 99.3" Edmonton, AB | adult hits | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One Edmonton | cbc, features | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (MP3 Stream) | new format rebranding, sports news | AAC 129 kbps | |
| CHAH "My Radio 580" Edmonton, AB | multicultural, multilingual | MP3 69 kbps | |
| CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (AAC Stream) | 80's, 90's | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CHED 630 "Global News Radio" Edmonton, AB | news talk | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| CJCA AM930 The Light | christian, education | AAC 95 kbps | |
| CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (MP3 Stream) | 80's, 90's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première (Alberta) Edmonton | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CKNO-FM "Now 102.3" Edmonton, AB | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (AAC Stream) | new format rebranding, sports news | AAC 132 kbps | |
| CINZ NET Radio | dance, edm | MP3 | |
| CKPW-FM 107.1 "Play 107" Edmonton, AB | rhythmic adult contemporary | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique Alberta (Edmonton, AB) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Rumsey Retro Radio | old time radio | MP3 80 kbps |
Museums in Hay Lakes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camrose and District Centennial Museum | ||||
| Camrose Railway Station Museum Archives and Station Cafe | ||||
| Lugs ‘n' Cleats | ||||
| Museum Main Building | ||||
| The Mona Sparling Building | ||||
| The Old Timer's Hut |
Libraries in Hay Lakes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camrose Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hay Lakes Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Hay Lakes
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Hay Lakes
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hay Lakes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norsemen Brewing Co. |
Ski Resorts Near Hay Lakes
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwynne Valley | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Rabbit Hill Snow Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Valley Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Edmonton Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sunridge Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hay Lakes
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edmonton International Airport | YEG | Large Airport |
| Bashaw Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bawlf (Blackwells) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Camrose Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chipman Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Calmar (Maplelane Farm) | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Cooking Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Gartner Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Josephburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Lechelt Field | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Twin Island Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Villeneuve (Rose Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton/Morinville (Currie Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton/Morinville (Mike's Field) Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Lacombe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marek Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Millet/Creekview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morrinville Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tofield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wetaskiwin Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hay Lakes
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hay Lakes Post Office |
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What is the population of Hay Lakes?
Hay Lakes has a population of 957 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 38.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.6% male.
Is Hay Lakes expensive to live in?
The median household income is $80,000, 6% 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 $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Hay Lakes safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hay Lakes receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Hay Lakes?
Hay Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.8 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Hay Lakes?
The job market in Hay Lakes faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $969. There are 30 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Hay Lakes?
The median home value in Hay Lakes is $278,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 91.2%.
How are the schools in Hay Lakes?
14.3% of adults in Hay Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Hay Lakes?
The average commute in Hay Lakes is 28 minutes. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.
What are the demographics of Hay Lakes?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Hay Lakes is 93.4% White. 93.5% of residents speak only English at home.