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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.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
957 Population 25/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $50,400 per capita
$278,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 14.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$278,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $278,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population957
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$50,400
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty12.4%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$278,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,523 ft (769 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+36.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Hay Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hay Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hay Lakes has a population of 957 with a density of 25 people per square mile, spread across 38.3 square miles. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.5% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

957
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
38.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hay Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg
Other Languages4.4%

Social Characteristics

Hay Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hay Lakes is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hay Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hay Lakes is $278,000, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 170 total housing units in the city. 24.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

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 Burden24.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%
Renter-Occupied8.8%
Housing Units170

Property Tax

In Hay Lakes, 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: Hay Lakes 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

Hay Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 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 2,523 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,523 ft (769 m)
Area38.3 sq mi (99.3 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates53.1972°N, 113.0552°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

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").

14.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.5% 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. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+36.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area38.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hay Lakes

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?

Hay Lakes 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 $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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

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 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.

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.

How healthy is Hay Lakes?

The obesity rate in Hay Lakes 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 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. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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