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Piikani 147, AB

Alberta

Piikani 147 is a small town in Alberta with a population of 1,550. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,550 Population 10/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $23,680 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 30.9% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 15.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.7%
140% higher than US avg

How Piikani 147 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,550
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$23,680
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty29.7%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
Ownership19.8%
Housing Units480
Rent Burden30.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation3,448 ft (1,051 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+26.3%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Piikani 147 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piikani 147 receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Piikani 147 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Piikani 147 is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 29.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Piikani 147 is $290,615, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Piikani 147 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches.

Piikani 147 has a population of 1,550 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 163.7 square miles. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.2% of residents.

Population

1,550
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
163.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Piikani 147 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.2%
6% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 16.8%

Social Characteristics

Piikani 147 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piikani 147 is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,680 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $455, 68% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 48 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 8.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Piikani 147 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,680
Avg Weekly Wage$455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.7%
140% above US avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Piikani 147 is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 19.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 480 total housing units in the city. 30.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,615
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden30.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership19.8%
Owner-Occupied19.8%
Renter-Occupied80.2%
Housing Units480

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, Piikani 147 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Piikani 147 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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Piikani 147 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 302 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 19.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,448 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,448 ft (1,051 m)
Area163.7 sq mi (424.1 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates49.5942°N, 113.6265°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.0"
50% below US avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 10, 2024.

Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 56 km
Mar 22, 2006 8 km SSW of Rexford, Montana M4.3 143 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km SSE of South Browning, Montana M3.8 129 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 88 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 91 km
Sep 29, 2009 42 km NW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.6 96 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 121 km
Apr 11, 2015 5 km NW of Columbia Falls, Montana M3.5 140 km
Jan 3, 2008 13 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.5 69 km
Nov 21, 1992 Western Montana M3.4 82 km
Aug 15, 1996 33 km WNW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 106 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 88 km
Nov 6, 2002 3 km SSE of Little Browning, Montana M3.4 145 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 98 km
Nov 17, 1992 39 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.4 99 km
Jan 1, 1993 20 km WSW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 130 km
Apr 10, 2018 3 km SSW of Stryker, Montana M3.3 135 km
Mar 5, 1995 2 km NW of Cut Bank, Montana M3.3 140 km
Feb 14, 2012 6 km ESE of Stryker, Montana M3.3 129 km
Jan 12, 2008 38 km W of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.3 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

14 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WEDGE CANYON (51,987 ac, 2003).

Year Name Acres Distance
2003 WEDGE CANYON 51,987 94 km
2003 TRAPPER CREEK FIRE (TRAPPER CREEK) 18,028 92 km
1994 NORTH FORK COMPLEX (STARVATION) 8,990 82 km
1998 KOOTENAI COMPLEX (MCDONALD) 8,061 88 km
2002 FOX CREEK 5,949 95 km
2015 REYNOLDS 4,789 100 km
2003 POLL HAVEN 4,495 64 km
2017 ADAIR PEAK 4,421 100 km
1984 NAPI PEAK 3,680 89 km
2017 WOLVERINE 3,126 85 km
2018 BOUNDARY 2,862 71 km
2022 QUARTZ 2,113 90 km
2000 PARKE PEAK 1,988 82 km
1994 LIVERMORE 1,935 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-8°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 1.3 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.0 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in

Piikani 147 has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 19°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.8").

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3.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 26.3% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.8% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+26.3%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area163.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home8.5%

Radio Stations near Piikani 147

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Piikani 147

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort Museum
Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump

Libraries in Piikani 147

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Glenwood Municipal Library0.0

Monuments in Piikani 147

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump

Airports Near Piikani 147

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pincher Creek AirportWPCMedium Airport
Agro 1 Airstrip—Small Airport
Babb Airport—Small Airport
Beck Farm Airport—Small Airport
Cardston Airport—Small Airport
Claresholm Industrial Airport—Small Airport
Cowley AirportYYMSmall Airport
Fort Macleod (Alcock Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Fort Macleod Airport—Small Airport
Vulcan / Kirkcaldy Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Piikani 147

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Brocket Post Office

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Piikani 147

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo JumpCultural1981

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Frequently Asked Questions About Piikani 147

What is the population of Piikani 147?

Piikani 147 has a population of 1,550 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 163.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.4% male.

Is Piikani 147 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $290,615 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Piikani 147 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Piikani 147 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Piikani 147?

Piikani 147 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Piikani 147?

The job market in Piikani 147 faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $455. There are 48 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 8.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Piikani 147?

The median home value in Piikani 147 is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 19.8%.

How are the schools in Piikani 147?

3.9% of adults in Piikani 147 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.3% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Piikani 147?

The average commute in Piikani 147 is 27 minutes. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.8% use public transit, and 8.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Piikani 147?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Piikani 147 is 99.7% White, 0.7% Asian. 83.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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