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West Cove, AB

Alberta

West Cove is a small town in Alberta with a population of 222. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
222 Population 443/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% 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 West Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population222
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density443/mi²
Male / Female47% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation2,408 ft (734 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+31.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute46 min
Broadband94.0%

Is West Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, long commute times. West Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Cove 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 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Cove is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

West Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

West Cove has a population of 222 with a density of 443 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 46.7% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

222
Total Population
443
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

West Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages11.1%

Social Characteristics

West Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Cove 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 46 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 10.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Cove 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 Time46.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Cove is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 140 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Renter-Occupied10.7%
Housing Units140

Property Tax

In West Cove, 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: West Cove 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

West Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 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 2,408 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.8 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,408 ft (734 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density443/sq mi
Coordinates53.7014°N, 114.4975°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 0.8 in

West Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 8°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.7").

8.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+31.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density443/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About West Cove

What is the population of West Cove?

West Cove has a population of 222 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 443 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 46.7% male.

Is West Cove expensive to live in?

West Cove 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 $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in West Cove?

West Cove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in West Cove?

The unemployment rate in West Cove is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 46 minutes, and 10.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Cove?

The median home value in West Cove is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in West Cove?

8.3% of adults in West Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Cove?

The obesity rate in West Cove 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 West Cove?

The average commute in West Cove is 46 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Cove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Cove is 98.2% White. 88.9% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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