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Myrnam, AB

Alberta

Myrnam is a small town in Alberta with a population of 257. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
257 Population 242/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
35°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, 21.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.4%
494% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female49% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment21.4%
Poverty12.9%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.0 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+32.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Myrnam a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Myrnam is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 21.4%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Myrnam is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Myrnam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Myrnam has a population of 257 with a density of 242 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.5% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

257
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Myrnam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.5%
3% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages23.5%

Social Characteristics

Myrnam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Myrnam 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 21.4% (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 27 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Myrnam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% 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 Time27.1 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Myrnam is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 110 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.8%
Renter-Occupied22.7%
Housing Units110

Property Tax

In Myrnam, 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: Myrnam 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

Myrnam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 61°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 16.0 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 1,978 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.0 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates53.6590°N, 111.2279°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in
November 20°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.7 in

Myrnam has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F — from 4°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

8.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% 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. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+32.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Myrnam

What is the population of Myrnam?

Myrnam has a population of 257 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 242 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 49% male.

Is Myrnam expensive to live in?

Myrnam 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 $90,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Myrnam?

Myrnam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.0 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 Myrnam?

The job market in Myrnam faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Myrnam?

The median home value in Myrnam is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Myrnam?

8.8% of adults in Myrnam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Myrnam?

The obesity rate in Myrnam 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 Myrnam?

The average commute in Myrnam is 27 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Myrnam?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Myrnam is 100% White. 76.5% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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