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Hinton, AB

Alberta

Hinton is a small city in Alberta with a population of 9,817. Residents earn $104,000 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
9,817 Population 763/sq mi density
$104,000 Median Income $60,300 per capita
$336,000 Home Value
$1,170 Median Rent 16.6% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 267 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$104,000 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$336,000 home value, $1,170/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,000
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $336,000
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,170
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,817
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density763/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$104,000
Per Capita$60,300
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty6.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$336,000
Rent$1,170
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units4,005
Rent Burden16.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation3,333 ft (1,016 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+2.9%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Hinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hinton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hinton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hinton is $104,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Hinton among higher-income communities. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hinton is $336,000, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hinton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hinton has a population of 9,817 with a density of 763 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 1.1% Black, 10.8% Asian.

Population

9,817
Total Population
2021 Census
763
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
12.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg
Other Languages11.7%

Social Characteristics

Hinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hinton is $104,000, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,000
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hinton is $336,000, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$336,000
19% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% above US avg
Rent Burden16.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.8%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units4,005

Property Tax

In Hinton, 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: Hinton 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

Hinton has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.1 inches. The area enjoys 267 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation3,333 ft (1,016 m)
Area12.9 sq mi (33.3 km²)
Population Density763/sq mi
Coordinates53.4001°N, 117.5857°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+31.6%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density763/sq mi
Total Area12.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home7.3%

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