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Summerlea, AB

Alberta

Summerlea is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,058. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,058 Population
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature 278 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,058
Median Age41.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,218 ft (676 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Summerlea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerlea receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Summerlea stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerlea is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerlea 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 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Summerlea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Summerlea has a population of 2,058. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 3.5% Asian.

Population

2,058
Total Population
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerlea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages14%

Social Characteristics

Summerlea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerlea is $82,896, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Summerlea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerlea is $290,615, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below US avg).

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

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Summerlea, 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: Summerlea 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

Summerlea has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. The area enjoys 278 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,218 ft (676 m)
Coordinates53.5250°N, 113.6222°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

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