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Marwayne, AB

Alberta

Marwayne is a small town in Alberta with a population of 543. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
543 Population 879/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $50,000 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$1,060 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
35°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
3.0 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 11.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $1,060/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,060
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.4%
217% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population543
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density879/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$50,000
Unemployment11.4%
Poverty11.6%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$1,060
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units240
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,991 ft (607 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+43.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute32 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Marwayne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marwayne 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. Marwayne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marwayne is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.4%, unemployment is notably high. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marwayne is $174,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Marwayne has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 3°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 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Marwayne has a population of 543 with a density of 879 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 51.9% male. The city is predominantly White (97.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

543
Total Population
879
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Marwayne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
21% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg
Other Languages3.7%

Social Characteristics

Marwayne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marwayne is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% 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 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 12.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Marwayne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.4%
217% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Marwayne is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,060 (9% below the national average of $1,163). There are 240 total housing units in the city. 27.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,060
9% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Renter-Occupied18.8%
Housing Units240

Property Tax

In Marwayne, 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: Marwayne 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

Marwayne has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 3°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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 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 1,991 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,991 ft (607 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density879/sq mi
Coordinates53.5167°N, 110.3333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 0.7 in

Marwayne has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F — from 3°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.4").

3.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.2% 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. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.2%
91% below US avg
High School+43.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density879/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Marwayne

What is the population of Marwayne?

Marwayne has a population of 543 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 879 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 49.1% female and 51.9% male.

Is Marwayne expensive to live in?

Marwayne 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 $75,000, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Marwayne?

Marwayne has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°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 16.1 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Marwayne?

The job market in Marwayne faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 12.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Marwayne?

The median home value in Marwayne is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,060.

How are the schools in Marwayne?

3.2% of adults in Marwayne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Marwayne?

The obesity rate in Marwayne 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 Marwayne?

The average commute in Marwayne is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Marwayne?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Marwayne is 97.4% White. 95.4% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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