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McLennan, AB

Alberta

McLennan is a small town in Alberta with a population of 695. Residents earn $83,000 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
695 Population 503/sq mi density
$83,000 Median Income $53,400 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 6.3% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$83,000 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population695
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density503/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$53,400
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty12.0%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units235
Rent Burden6.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+33.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is McLennan a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McLennan is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% 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 McLennan is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

McLennan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

McLennan has a population of 695 with a density of 503 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 5.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.2% of residents, while 13.7% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

695
Total Population
2021 Census
503
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McLennan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.2%
9% below US avg
Spanish13.7%
2% above US avg
Other Languages15.1%

Social Characteristics

McLennan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McLennan is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% 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 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: McLennan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,000
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McLennan is $125,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 235 total housing units in the city. 6.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden6.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.8%
Renter-Occupied38.3%
Housing Units235

Property Tax

In McLennan, 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: McLennan 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

McLennan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 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 2,034 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.2°F
37% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density503/sq mi
Coordinates55.7001°N, 116.9026°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 0.8 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in Driest
April 38°F (3°C) 0.8 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 1.2 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.9 in

McLennan has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F — from 2°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and March the driest (0.7").

7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.0% 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. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+33.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density503/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About McLennan

What is the population of McLennan?

McLennan has a population of 695 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 503 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is McLennan expensive to live in?

McLennan 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 $83,000, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in McLennan?

McLennan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in McLennan?

The job market in McLennan faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in McLennan?

The median home value in McLennan is $125,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in McLennan?

7.5% of adults in McLennan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is McLennan?

The obesity rate in McLennan 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 McLennan?

The average commute in McLennan is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of McLennan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of McLennan is 89.7% White, 5.6% Black or African American. 71.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.7% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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