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Linden, AB

Alberta

Linden is a small town in Alberta with a population of 704. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
704 Population 715/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $44,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,200 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,200/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,200
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population704
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density715/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$44,800
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty13.4%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,200
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units300
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,881 ft (878 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+38.2%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Linden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linden receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Linden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linden is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linden is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Linden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Linden has a population of 704 with a density of 715 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 8.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 75.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

704
Total Population
715
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Linden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.9%
3% below US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages23.4%

Social Characteristics

Linden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linden is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% 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 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Linden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Linden is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above the national average of $1,163). There are 300 total housing units in the city. 18.3% 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$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,200
3% above US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Renter-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units300

Property Tax

In Linden, 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: Linden 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

Linden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 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 2,881 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,881 ft (878 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density715/sq mi
Coordinates51.5910°N, 113.4891°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in

Linden has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 10°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.5").

3.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 38.2% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 82.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+38.2%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density715/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Linden

What is the population of Linden?

Linden has a population of 704 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 715 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 48.6% male.

Is Linden expensive to live in?

Linden 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 $73,500, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 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 Linden?

Linden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Linden?

The job market in Linden faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.9% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 12.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Linden?

The median home value in Linden is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200.

How are the schools in Linden?

3.6% of adults in Linden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.2% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Linden?

The obesity rate in Linden 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 Linden?

The average commute in Linden is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Linden?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Linden is 87.3% White, 8.5% Asian. 75.9% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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