Airdrie, AB

Alberta

Airdrie is a mid-size city in Alberta with a population of 74,100. Residents earn $110,000 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
74,100 Population 2,274/sq mi density
$110,000 Median Income
N/A Home Value
$1,500 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$110,000 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1,500/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,000
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,500
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg

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

People

Population74,100
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density2,274/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$110,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment11.1%
PovertyN/A
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,500
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units26,295
Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQIN/A
Rain20.9 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+30.6%
Graduate+3.7%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Airdrie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Airdrie receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Airdrie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Airdrie is $110,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Airdrie among higher-income communities. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Airdrie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow.

Airdrie has a population of 74,100 with a density of 2,274 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 4.8% Black, 11% Asian.

Population

74,100
Total Population
2021 Census
2,274
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
32.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Airdrie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.9%
6% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages15.3%

Social Characteristics

Airdrie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Airdrie is $110,000, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Airdrie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,000
46% above US avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home26.4%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,500 (29% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,500
29% above US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%
Renter-Occupied20.7%
Housing Units26,295

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Airdrie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Airdrie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Airdrie has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.9 inches.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.9 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall39.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Area32.6 sq mi (84.4 km²)
Population Density2,274/sq mi
Coordinates51.3001°N, 114.0353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+30.6%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,274/sq mi
Total Area32.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home26.4%

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