The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.
A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.
| Statistic | Forty Mile County No. 8 | Alberta | National |
| Workers who drive to work | 30.8% | 46.9% | 40.0% |
| Workers who carpool | 0.8% | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Workers who take public transit | 0.0% | 6.2% | 7.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Workers who walk | 2.3% | 2.8% | 3.2% |