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Horse Lakes 152B, AB

Alberta

Horse Lakes 152B is a small town in Alberta with a population of 489. Residents earn $77,000 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
489 Population 88/sq mi density
$77,000 Median Income $36,400 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$77,000 median income, 26.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 26.7%
642% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

How Horse Lakes 152B Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population489
Median Age19.4 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$36,400
Unemployment26.7%
Poverty18.8%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
Ownership8.3%
Housing Units120
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,503 ft (763 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+27.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Horse Lakes 152B a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horse Lakes 152B receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Horse Lakes 152B has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Horse Lakes 152B is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 26.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Horse Lakes 152B is $290,615, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x 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

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Horse Lakes 152B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches.

Horse Lakes 152B has a population of 489 with a density of 88 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age is 19.4 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.6% of residents.

Population

489
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
19.4yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Horse Lakes 152B vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 14.4%

Social Characteristics

Horse Lakes 152B vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horse Lakes 152B is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,400. The average weekly wage is $700, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 26.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Horse Lakes 152B vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,400
Avg Weekly Wage$700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment26.7%
642% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Horse Lakes 152B is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 8.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 120 total housing units in the city. 28.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,615
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership8.3%
Owner-Occupied8.3%
Renter-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units120

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Horse Lakes 152B receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Horse Lakes 152B vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Horse Lakes 152B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 59°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 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,503 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,503 ft (763 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates55.3484°N, 119.7144°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.5"
51% below US avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.15"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 20, 2025.

Apr 14, 2001 44 km NE of Dawson Creek, Canada M5.3 82 km
Dec 26, 1992 14 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M5.0 131 km
Feb 20, 2025 68 km NE of Grande Cache, Canada M4.7 134 km
May 28, 2013 18 km ESE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 109 km
May 22, 1994 10 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 124 km
Jun 12, 2001 5 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 124 km
Jan 9, 1993 13 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 128 km
Jan 9, 1993 14 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 127 km
Jan 23, 1992 8 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 125 km
Feb 11, 1992 16 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 131 km
Jan 30, 1993 15 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 127 km
Jan 9, 1993 17 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.6 131 km
Feb 15, 1992 13 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.4 129 km
Mar 5, 2008 8 km E of Fort St. John, Canada M3.3 118 km
May 3, 1995 36 km E of Sexsmith, Canada M3.3 95 km
Oct 3, 2001 British Columbia, Canada M3.2 131 km
Sep 24, 2000 5 km NW of Fort St. John, Canada M3.2 128 km
May 25, 2003 12 km NNW of Fort St. John, Canada M3.0 135 km
Jan 23, 1992 9 km N of Fort St. John, Canada M2.8 131 km
May 22, 1994 10 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M2.8 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 0.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.9 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.9 in

Horse Lakes 152B has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 9°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.7").

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3.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+27.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Libraries in Horse Lakes 152B

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hythe Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Horse Lakes 152B

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Emerson Trail Building Supplies Ltd.

Ski Resorts Near Horse Lakes 152B

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Bear Mountain Nordic Ski Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bear Mountain Ski Hill 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Horse Lakes 152B

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dawson Creek AirportYDQMedium Airport
Beaverlodge / Clanachan Field—Small Airport
Beaverlodge Airport—Small Airport
Flying L Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Ojay Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Horse Lakes 152B

What is the population of Horse Lakes 152B?

Horse Lakes 152B has a population of 489 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Horse Lakes 152B expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $290,615 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Horse Lakes 152B safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Horse Lakes 152B receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Horse Lakes 152B?

Horse Lakes 152B has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Horse Lakes 152B?

The job market in Horse Lakes 152B faces challenges, with unemployment at 26.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $700. There are 15 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 9.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Horse Lakes 152B?

The median home value in Horse Lakes 152B is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 8.3%.

How are the schools in Horse Lakes 152B?

3.5% of adults in Horse Lakes 152B hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Horse Lakes 152B?

The average commute in Horse Lakes 152B is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Horse Lakes 152B?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Horse Lakes 152B is 100% White. 85.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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