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Mackenzie County, AB

Alberta

Mackenzie County is a small city in Alberta with a population of 12,804. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
12,804 Population 1/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $47,440 per capita
$332,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
29°F Avg Temperature 309 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$332,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $332,000
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,804
Median Age23.4 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$47,440
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty10.5%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$332,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,520
Rent Burden16.8%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation1,532 ft (467 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+26.0%
Graduate+1.4%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mackenzie County a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mackenzie County receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mackenzie County offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mackenzie County is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mackenzie County is $332,000, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mackenzie County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average -7°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mackenzie County has a population of 12,804 with a density of 1 people per square mile. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

12,804
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
23.4yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
30,745.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mackenzie County vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.1%
58% below US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg
Other Languages66.8%

Social Characteristics

Mackenzie County vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mackenzie County is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Mackenzie County vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,440

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home22.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mackenzie County is $332,000, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$332,000
18% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Renter-Occupied15.3%
Housing Units3,520

Property Tax

In Mackenzie County, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mackenzie County 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

Mackenzie County has an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -7°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.7 inches. The area enjoys 309 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-7°F Jan (-22°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average28.9°F
46% below US avg
January Average-7°F (-22°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.7 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,532 ft (467 m)
Area30,745.0 sq mi (79,629.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates58.9633°N, 116.8686°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+26.0%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area30,745.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home22.8%

Nearby Cities

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