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Swan River 150E, AB

Alberta

Swan River 150E is a small town in Alberta with a population of 400. Residents earn $59,200 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
400 Population 26/sq mi density
$59,200 Median Income $34,000 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 30.2% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$59,200 median income, 28.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $59,200
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 28.6%
694% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
110% higher than US avg

How Swan River 150E Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population400
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$59,200
Per Capita$34,000
Unemployment28.6%
Poverty26.0%
Commute34 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units120
Rent Burden30.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+24.5%
Graduate+3.8%

Community

Commute34 min

Is Swan River 150E a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swan River 150E receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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. Swan River 150E has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Swan River 150E is $59,200, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 28.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Swan River 150E 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 4.9x 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

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Swan River 150E has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches.

Swan River 150E has a population of 400 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 15.2 square miles. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.5% of residents.

Population

400
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
15.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Swan River 150E vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.5%
11% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 12.5%

Social Characteristics

Swan River 150E vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swan River 150E is $59,200, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,000 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $654, 54% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 28.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 16.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Swan River 150E vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,200
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,000
Avg Weekly Wage$654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment28.6%
694% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Swan River 150E is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 120 total housing units in the city. 30.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

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 Burden30.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units120

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, Swan River 150E receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Swan River 150E 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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Swan River 150E has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,896 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Area15.2 sq mi (39.5 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates55.4072°N, 115.3322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below US avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 16, 2023.

Mar 16, 2023 44 km ESE of Peace River, Canada M4.7 112 km
Mar 16, 2023 Alberta, Canada M4.6 112 km
Mar 16, 2023 Alberta, Canada M4.2 112 km
Mar 18, 1992 40 km SE of High Prairie, Canada M3.5 45 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 1.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
December 8°F (-13°C) 1.1 in

Swan River 150E has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 4°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.7").

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7.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.5% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
78% below US avg
High School+24.5%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area15.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Schools in Swan River 150E

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kinuso School — — — —
Kinuso Band School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Swan River 150E

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Swan River 150E

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kinuso Library0.0

Hotels in Swan River 150E

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kinuso Hotel

Gas Stations in Swan River 150E

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Band Gas Station
CA #2173813211

Airports Near Swan River 150E

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Slave Lake AirportYZHMedium Airport
Saulteaux Airport—Small Airport
Swan Hills Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Swan River 150E

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kinuso Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Swan River 150E

What is the population of Swan River 150E?

Swan River 150E has a population of 400 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 15.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Swan River 150E expensive to live in?

The median household income is $59,200, 21% 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 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Swan River 150E safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Swan River 150E receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Swan River 150E?

Swan River 150E 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 60°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Swan River 150E?

The job market in Swan River 150E faces challenges, with unemployment at 28.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $654. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 16.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Swan River 150E?

The median home value in Swan River 150E is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Swan River 150E?

7.6% of adults in Swan River 150E hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.5% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Swan River 150E?

The average commute in Swan River 150E is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Swan River 150E?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Swan River 150E is 100% White. 87.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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