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Waiparous, AB

Alberta

Waiparous is a small town in Alberta with a population of 57. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
57 Population 364/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature 297 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 Waiparous Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population57
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density364/mi²
Male / Female55% / 55%
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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation4,196 ft (1,279 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Waiparous a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waiparous 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. Waiparous stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waiparous 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 Waiparous 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

Waiparous has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Waiparous has a population of 57 with a density of 364 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 3.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.9% of residents, while 9.1% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

57
Total Population
364
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Waiparous vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waiparous vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waiparous is $82,896, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,913 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 18.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waiparous 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

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Waiparous is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%

Property Tax

In Waiparous, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Waiparous 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

Waiparous has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,196 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall4.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation4,196 ft (1,279 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density364/sq mi
Coordinates51.2837°N, 114.8382°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
May 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in

Waiparous has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 16°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.6").

32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 85.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density364/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waiparous

What is the population of Waiparous?

Waiparous has a population of 57 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 364 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.6% female and 54.6% male.

Is Waiparous expensive to live in?

Waiparous is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $82,896, 10% above 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 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Waiparous?

Waiparous has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Waiparous?

The unemployment rate in Waiparous is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 18.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waiparous?

The median home value in Waiparous is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Waiparous?

32.9% of adults in Waiparous hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

How healthy is Waiparous?

The obesity rate in Waiparous is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Waiparous?

The average commute in Waiparous is 25 minutes. 85.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waiparous?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waiparous is 94.1% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 3.5% Asian. 90.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.1% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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