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Horseshoe Bay, AB

Alberta

Horseshoe Bay is a small town in Alberta with a population of 81. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
81 Population 215/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
34°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population81
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units25

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation2,113 ft (644 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+28.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute30 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Horseshoe Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horseshoe Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Horseshoe Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Horseshoe Bay is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Horseshoe Bay 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 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Horseshoe Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Horseshoe Bay has a population of 81 with a density of 215 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (80%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.3% of residents, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

81
Total Population
215
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Horseshoe Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.3%
4% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg
Other Languages12.5%

Social Characteristics

Horseshoe Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horseshoe Bay is $82,896, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,913 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% 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 30 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Horseshoe Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,896
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Horseshoe Bay is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 25 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied40.0%
Renter-Occupied40.0%
Housing Units25

Property Tax

In Horseshoe Bay, 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: Horseshoe Bay 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

Horseshoe Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 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 2,113 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.4°F
36% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,113 ft (644 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates54.1269°N, 111.3658°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 0.8 in

Horseshoe Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F — from 3°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.6").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% 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. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+28.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density215/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Horseshoe Bay

What is the population of Horseshoe Bay?

Horseshoe Bay has a population of 81 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 215 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Horseshoe Bay expensive to live in?

Horseshoe Bay 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 $82,896, 10% 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 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Horseshoe Bay?

Horseshoe Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Horseshoe Bay?

The unemployment rate in Horseshoe Bay is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Horseshoe Bay?

The median home value in Horseshoe Bay is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Horseshoe Bay?

0.0% of adults in Horseshoe Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Horseshoe Bay?

The obesity rate in Horseshoe Bay 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 Horseshoe Bay?

The average commute in Horseshoe Bay is 30 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Horseshoe Bay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Horseshoe Bay is 80% White. 81.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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