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Barrhead County No. 11, AB

Alberta

Barrhead County No. 11 is a small city in Alberta with a population of 5,877. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,877 Population 7/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $46,800 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$920 Median Rent 15.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $920/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 $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

How Barrhead County No. 11 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,877
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$46,800
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty13.5%
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$348,000
Rent$920
Ownership88.4%
Housing Units2,200
Rent Burden15.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+31.4%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Barrhead County No. 11 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barrhead County No. 11 receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Barrhead County No. 11 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barrhead County No. 11 is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barrhead County No. 11 is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x 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

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Barrhead County No. 11 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 19.5 inches.

Barrhead County No. 11 has a population of 5,877 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 921.0 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.6% male. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.4% of residents.

Population

5,877
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
921.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Barrhead County No. 11 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 8.9%

Social Characteristics

Barrhead County No. 11 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barrhead County No. 11 is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $900, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 182 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 38.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Barrhead County No. 11 vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,800
Avg Weekly Wage$900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)182

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home38.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Barrhead County No. 11 is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below the national average of $1,163). 88.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,200 total housing units in the city. 15.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg
Rent Burden15.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.4%
Owner-Occupied88.4%
Renter-Occupied11.6%
Housing Units2,200

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, Barrhead County No. 11 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Barrhead County No. 11 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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Barrhead County No. 11 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,198 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.3°F
35% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)
Area921.0 sq mi (2,385.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates54.1723°N, 114.5486°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below US avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.86"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 31, 2008.

Sep 29, 1999 17 km NW of Edson, Canada M3.6 149 km
Mar 18, 1992 40 km SE of High Prairie, Canada M3.5 148 km
Jan 31, 2008 10 km NNW of Edson, Canada M2.5 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 0.7 in
March 22°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in

Barrhead County No. 11 has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 4°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and March 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%. 31.4% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+31.4%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area921.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home38.2%

Museums in Barrhead County No. 11

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barrhead Museum
Fort Assiniboine Museum

Gas Stations in Barrhead County No. 11

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Barrhead County No. 11

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrhead Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve (Rose Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport-Small Airport
Hnatko Farms Airport-Small Airport
Mayerthorpe Airport-Small Airport
Parkland Airport-Small Airport
Saulteaux Airport-Small Airport
Stony Plain (Stony Field) Airport-Small Airport
Sunshine Bay Airport-Small Airport
Wildwood / Loche Mist Farms Airstrip-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barrhead County No. 11

What is the population of Barrhead County No. 11?

Barrhead County No. 11 has a population of 5,877 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 921.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.6% male.

Is Barrhead County No. 11 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Barrhead County No. 11 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Barrhead County No. 11 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Barrhead County No. 11?

Barrhead County No. 11 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 19.5 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Barrhead County No. 11?

The unemployment rate in Barrhead County No. 11 is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $900. There are 182 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 38.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Barrhead County No. 11?

The median home value in Barrhead County No. 11 is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $920. The homeownership rate is 88.4%.

How are the schools in Barrhead County No. 11?

7.1% of adults in Barrhead County No. 11 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Barrhead County No. 11?

The average commute in Barrhead County No. 11 is 28 minutes. 92% of workers drive alone to work, and 38.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Barrhead County No. 11?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Barrhead County No. 11 is 98.2% White, 1.1% Black or African American. 90.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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