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Irma, AB

Alberta

Irma is a small town in Alberta with a population of 477. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
477 Population 937/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $49,200 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population477
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density937/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$49,200
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty9.2%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units205
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+36.1%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Irma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irma receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Irma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irma is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irma is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Irma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Irma has a population of 477 with a density of 937 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (97%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.7% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

477
Total Population
937
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Irma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages4.2%

Social Characteristics

Irma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irma is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Irma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone95.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Irma is $220,000, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 205 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Renter-Occupied17.1%
Housing Units205

Property Tax

In Irma, 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: Irma 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

Irma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 307 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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 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 2,251 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density937/sq mi
Coordinates52.9170°N, 111.2323°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 40°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 10°F (-13°C) 0.7 in

Irma has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F — from 5°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.5").

13.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 95.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+36.1%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density937/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone95.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Irma

What is the population of Irma?

Irma has a population of 477 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 937 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Irma expensive to live in?

Irma 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 $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,000 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Irma?

Irma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Irma?

Irma has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Irma?

The median home value in Irma is $220,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Irma?

13.3% of adults in Irma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Irma?

The obesity rate in Irma 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 Irma?

The average commute in Irma is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 95.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Irma?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Irma is 97% White. 94.7% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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