Cost Of Living
The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.
Health & Safety
A high score in the health and safety category is a result of good air quality and the accessibility to health facilities such as hospitals, clinics, doctors, pharmacies and fire stations.
Amenities
A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.
Commute
Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.
Ratings
AreaVibes conducted surveys and polls with locals who live in the area. The results were not favorable for walkability of amenities, parks, public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.
| Statistic | Brooks | Alberta | National |
| Workers who drive to work | 51.5% | 46.9% | 40.0% |
| Workers who carpool | 7.8% | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Workers who take public transit | 1.1% | 6.2% | 7.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Workers who walk | 3.5% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
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