High Prairie, AB
Full City Profile · Alberta
High Prairie, AB
At a Glance
How High Prairie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows High Prairie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is High Prairie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
High Prairie residents earn a median household income of $88,000 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,950. The unemployment rate stands at 11.8% (228% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 74 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in High Prairie is $250,000 , 11% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,000/month, with 13.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
16.8% of adults in High Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 25.7% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
High Prairie has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches.