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Alliance, AB

Alberta

Alliance is a small town in Alberta with a population of 166. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
166 Population 695/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 30.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 30.0%
733% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density695/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment30.0%
Poverty12.9%
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership88.9%
Housing Units90
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation2,352 ft (717 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute12 min

Is Alliance a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alliance receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Alliance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alliance is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 30.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alliance is $85,000, 70% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Alliance has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches.

Alliance has a population of 166 with a density of 695 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (93.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.3% of residents, while 5.9% speak Spanish.

Population

166
Total Population
695
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Alliance vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish 5.9%
56% below US avg
Other Languages 8.8%

Social Characteristics

Alliance vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alliance 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 30.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Alliance 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

Unemployment30.0%
733% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.3 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alliance is $85,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 88.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 90 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 1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.9%
Owner-Occupied88.9%
Renter-Occupied11.1%
Housing Units90

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, Alliance receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Alliance 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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Alliance has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,352 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,352 ft (717 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density695/sq mi
Coordinates52.4336°N, 111.7832°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.4"
54% below US avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.11"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Mar 4, 2019.

Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.8 in

Alliance has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 8°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.6").

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7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 50% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density695/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.3 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Museums in Alliance

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Castor & District Museum

Airports Near Alliance

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Castor AirportSmall Airport
CFB Wainwright Field 21 AirportSmall Airport
Coronation AirportYCTSmall Airport
Hardisty AirportSmall Airport
Irma AirportSmall Airport
Killam-Sedgewick AirportSmall Airport
Paintearth (Fetaz) AirstripSmall Airport
Viking (South) AirportSmall Airport
Viking AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alliance

What is the population of Alliance?

Alliance has a population of 166 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 695 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Alliance expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $85,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Alliance safe?

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

What is the weather like in Alliance?

Alliance 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 63°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Alliance?

The job market in Alliance faces challenges, with unemployment at 30.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Alliance?

The median home value in Alliance is $85,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 88.9%.

How are the schools in Alliance?

7.1% of adults in Alliance hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Alliance?

The average commute in Alliance is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 50% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Alliance?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alliance is 93.1% White. 85.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.9% speak Spanish.

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