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Island Lake, AB

Alberta

Island Lake is a small town in Alberta with a population of 174. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
174 Population 291/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$360,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 14.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$360,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $360,000
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density291/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty12.9%
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$360,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership93.8%
Housing Units80
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation2,047 ft (624 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+29.6%
Graduate+7.4%

Community

Commute33 min

Is Island Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Island Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Island Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Island Lake is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Island Lake is $360,000, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Island Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches.

Island Lake has a population of 174 with a density of 291 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.7% female and 54.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.4% of residents.

Population

174
Total Population
291
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Island Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish 2.9%
79% below US avg
Other Languages 5.7%

Social Characteristics

Island Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Island Lake 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 average weekly wage is $979, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Island Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,896
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913
Avg Weekly Wage$979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit16.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Island Lake is $360,000, 28% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 93.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 80 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$360,000
28% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.8%
Owner-Occupied93.8%
Renter-Occupied6.3%
Housing Units80

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, Island Lake receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Island Lake 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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Island Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,047 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.8°F
36% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,047 ft (624 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density291/sq mi
Coordinates54.8454°N, 113.5579°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.8"
48% below US avg
Snowfall 4.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
July 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.9 in

Island Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 5°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.8").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 75% of workers drive alone to work, while 16.7% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+29.6%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density291/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit16.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Gas Stations in Island Lake

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Race Trac

Ski Resorts Near Island Lake

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tawaitnaw Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Island Lake

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Athabasca Airport—Small Airport
Boyle Airport—Small Airport
Calling Lake Airport—Small Airport
Hnatko Farms Airport—Small Airport
Westlock Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Island Lake

What is the population of Island Lake?

Island Lake has a population of 174 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 291 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.7% female and 54.3% male.

Is Island Lake expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $360,000 (28% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Island Lake safe?

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

What is the weather like in Island Lake?

Island Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Island Lake?

The job market in Island Lake faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Island Lake?

The median home value in Island Lake is $360,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 93.8%.

How are the schools in Island Lake?

0.0% of adults in Island Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Island Lake?

The average commute in Island Lake is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, 16.7% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Island Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Island Lake is 100% White. 91.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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