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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.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /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 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 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 $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
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
Ownership81.0%
Housing Units105
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
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

Is Lougheed a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lougheed receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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.

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%. 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.

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.

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 Only 80.0%
2% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 20.0%

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 average weekly wage is $979, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 7 business establishments. 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
Avg Weekly Wage$979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)7

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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). 81.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 105 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 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
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.0%
Owner-Occupied81.0%
Renter-Occupied23.8%
Housing Units105

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, Lougheed receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lougheed 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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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. 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

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below US avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

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").

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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). 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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density291/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Theme Parks in Lougheed

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Iron Creek Museum

Airports Near Lougheed

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Castor Airport—Small Airport
CFB Wainwright Field 21 Airport—Small Airport
Coronation AirportYCTSmall Airport
Darling Airport—Small Airport
Hardisty Airport—Small Airport
Irma Airport—Small Airport
Killam-Sedgewick Airport—Small Airport
Paintearth (Fetaz) Airstrip—Small Airport
Vermilion AirportYVGSmall Airport
Viking (South) Airport—Small Airport
Viking Airport—Small Airport
Wainwright Airport—Small Airport

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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?

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.

Is Lougheed safe?

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

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.

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 weekly wage is $979. There are 7 business establishments in the area. 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. The homeownership rate is 81.0%.

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.

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.

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