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Lougheed, AB

Alberta

Lougheed is a small town in Alberta with a population of 225. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
225 Population 291/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 15.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower 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 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population225
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density291/mi²
Male / Female51% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty12.9%
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation2,192 ft (668 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+22.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute14 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Lougheed a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lougheed receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Lougheed offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lougheed is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lougheed is $140,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lougheed has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°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 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Lougheed has a population of 225 with a density of 291 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (88.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 80% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

225
Total Population
291
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lougheed vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.0%
2% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages20%

Social Characteristics

Lougheed vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lougheed 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 15.4% (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 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lougheed vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% 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 Time13.8 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lougheed is $140,000, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 105 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Renter-Occupied23.8%
Housing Units105

Property Tax

In Lougheed, 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: Lougheed 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

Lougheed has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 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 2,192 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,192 ft (668 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density291/sq mi
Coordinates52.7434°N, 111.5469°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.6 in

Lougheed has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F — from 6°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% 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. 60% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+22.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density291/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.8 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lougheed

What is the population of Lougheed?

Lougheed has a population of 225 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 291 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 51.1% male.

Is Lougheed expensive to live in?

Lougheed 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 $140,000 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Lougheed?

Lougheed has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°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 15.8 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Lougheed?

The job market in Lougheed faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lougheed?

The median home value in Lougheed is $140,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Lougheed?

0.0% of adults in Lougheed hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lougheed?

The obesity rate in Lougheed 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 Lougheed?

The average commute in Lougheed is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 60% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lougheed?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lougheed is 88.9% White. 80% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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