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Pincher Creek No. 9, AB

Alberta

Pincher Creek No. 9 is a small town in Alberta with a population of 3,240. Residents earn $78,500 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,240 Population 2/sq mi density
$78,500 Median Income $50,400 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 13.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 294 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
$78,500 median income, 6.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,500
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

How Pincher Creek No. 9 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,240
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,500
Per Capita$50,400
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty11.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,270
Rent Burden13.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation3,786 ft (1,154 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+30.0%
Graduate+4.8%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Pincher Creek No. 9 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pincher Creek No. 9 receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Pincher Creek No. 9 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $78,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pincher Creek No. 9 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Pincher Creek No. 9 has a population of 3,240 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

3,240
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1,334.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pincher Creek No. 9 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages11%

Social Characteristics

Pincher Creek No. 9 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $78,500, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Pincher Creek No. 9 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,500
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $400,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden13.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.6%
Renter-Occupied13.0%
Housing Units1,270

Property Tax

In Pincher Creek No. 9, 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: Pincher Creek No. 9 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

Pincher Creek No. 9 has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. The area enjoys 294 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation3,786 ft (1,154 m)
Area1,334.3 sq mi (3,455.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates49.4833°N, 113.9520°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+30.0%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area1,334.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.1%

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