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Whispering Hills, AB

Alberta

Whispering Hills is a small town in Alberta with a population of 128. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
128 Population 203/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$376,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 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
4.1 / 5.0
$376,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $376,000
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population128
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$376,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership90.9%
Housing Units55
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,952 ft (595 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+28.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Whispering Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whispering Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Whispering Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whispering Hills 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 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whispering Hills is $376,000, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Whispering Hills 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 19.3 inches.

Whispering Hills has a population of 128 with a density of 203 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.9% female and 46.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.3% of residents.

Population

128
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Whispering Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish 3.9%
71% below US avg
Other Languages 3.8%

Social Characteristics

Whispering Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whispering Hills 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 average weekly wage is $979, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 4 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Whispering Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,896
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913
Avg Weekly Wage$979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)4

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Whispering Hills is $376,000, 33% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 90.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 55 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$376,000
33% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.9%
Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
Housing Units55

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, Whispering Hills receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Whispering Hills 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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Whispering Hills 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 19.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,952 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-15°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.0°F
35% below US avg
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,952 ft (595 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates54.7599°N, 113.5482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.3"
49% below US avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-15°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 0.9 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 56°F (14°C) 3.5 in
July 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.9 in

Whispering Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 4°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (0.7").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+28.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Ski Resorts Near Whispering Hills

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Tawaitnaw Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Whispering Hills

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Athabasca Airport—Small Airport
Boyle Airport—Small Airport
Calling Lake Airport—Small Airport
Hnatko Farms Airport—Small Airport
Westlock Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Whispering Hills

What is the population of Whispering Hills?

Whispering Hills has a population of 128 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 203 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.9% female and 46.2% male.

Is Whispering Hills expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $376,000 (33% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Whispering Hills safe?

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

What is the weather like in Whispering Hills?

Whispering Hills 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 19.3 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Whispering Hills?

The unemployment rate in Whispering Hills is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 4 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Whispering Hills?

The median home value in Whispering Hills is $376,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 90.9%.

How are the schools in Whispering Hills?

0.0% of adults in Whispering Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Whispering Hills?

The average commute in Whispering Hills is 27 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Whispering Hills?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Whispering Hills is 100% White. 92.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.9% speak Spanish.

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