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Ponoka, AB

Alberta

Ponoka is a small city in Alberta with a population of 9,998. Residents earn $77,000 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
9,998 Population 9/sq mi density
$77,000 Median Income $50,320 per capita
$258,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$77,000 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$258,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $258,000
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,998
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$50,320
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty10.5%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$258,000
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,085
Rent Burden16.3%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation2,667 ft (813 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+32.7%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Ponoka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ponoka 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 above-average unemployment. Ponoka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ponoka is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ponoka is $258,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ponoka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Ponoka has a population of 9,998 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 9.8% Asian.

Population

9,998
Total Population
2021 Census
9
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1,084.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ponoka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages12.8%

Social Characteristics

Ponoka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponoka is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ponoka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,320

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ponoka is $258,000, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,000
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.9%
Renter-Occupied27.1%
Housing Units3,085

Property Tax

In Ponoka, 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: Ponoka vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Ponoka has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,667 ft (813 m)
Area1,084.2 sq mi (2,808.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates52.6768°N, 113.5815°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+32.7%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area1,084.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home7.6%

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