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Bassano, AB

Alberta

Bassano is a small town in Alberta with a population of 1,216. Residents earn $64,000 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,216 Population 602/sq mi density
$64,000 Median Income $43,400 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$890 Median Rent 15.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$64,000 median income, 17.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $890/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,000
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.1%
375% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,216
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density602/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,000
Per Capita$43,400
Unemployment17.1%
Poverty11.2%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$890
Ownership75.0%
Housing Units540
Rent Burden15.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation2,605 ft (794 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+34.8%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Bassano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bassano receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bassano has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bassano is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.1%, unemployment is notably high. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bassano is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x 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

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bassano has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches.

Bassano has a population of 1,216 with a density of 602 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 2.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.1% of residents.

Population

1,216
Total Population
2021 Census
602
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bassano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 10.7%

Social Characteristics

Bassano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bassano is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $835, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 17.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 38 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bassano vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,000
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,400
Avg Weekly Wage$835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.1%
375% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bassano is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 75.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 540 total housing units in the city. 15.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden15.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.0%
Owner-Occupied75.0%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units540

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, Bassano receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bassano 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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Bassano has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,605 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,605 ft (794 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density602/sq mi
Coordinates50.7900°N, 112.4681°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.9"
64% below US avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.68"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.5 on Jun 18, 1991.

Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in
April 42°F (5°C) 1.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 0.6 in

Bassano has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 11°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (0.5").

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5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+34.8%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density602/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Schools in Bassano

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bassano School
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Radio Stations near Bassano

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Bassano

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bassano Memorial Library0.0

Hotels in Bassano

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

R&R Inns

Gas Stations in Bassano

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso & Truck Stop
Petro Canada

Golf Courses in Bassano

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bassano Golf Club

Airports Near Bassano

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bassano AirportSmall Airport
Brooks Regional AirportSmall Airport
Drumheller Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ostergard's AirportSmall Airport
Rockyford AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bassano

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bassano Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bassano

What is the population of Bassano?

Bassano has a population of 1,216 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 602 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

Is Bassano expensive to live in?

The median household income is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bassano safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bassano?

Bassano has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bassano?

The job market in Bassano faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $835. There are 38 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 6.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bassano?

The median home value in Bassano is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $890. The homeownership rate is 75.0%.

How are the schools in Bassano?

5.8% of adults in Bassano hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bassano?

The average commute in Bassano is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bassano?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bassano is 96.1% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino, 2.2% Asian. 88.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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