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Beaver County, AB

Alberta

Beaver County is a small city in Alberta with a population of 5,868. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,868 Population 5/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $55,450 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$1,150 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $1,150/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,868
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$55,450
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty11.4%
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$1,150
Ownership90.4%
Housing Units2,180
Rent Burden21.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,244 ft (684 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+32.5%
Graduate+1.1%

Community

Commute39 min

Is Beaver County a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaver County is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaver County is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x 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

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Beaver County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches.

Beaver County has a population of 5,868 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,243.2 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.5% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.4% of residents.

Population

5,868
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1,243.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver County vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.4%
11% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 11.5%

Social Characteristics

Beaver County vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver County is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,450 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 182 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 31.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Beaver County vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,450
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)182

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.6 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home31.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaver County is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 90.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,180 total housing units in the city. 21.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.4%
Owner-Occupied90.4%
Renter-Occupied9.6%
Housing Units2,180

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, Beaver County receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Beaver County 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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Beaver County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,244 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.1°F
33% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,244 ft (684 m)
Area1,243.2 sq mi (3,219.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates53.2211°N, 112.1618°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.7"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 2.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.07"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
October 40°F (4°C) 0.6 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 0.6 in

Beaver County has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 7°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.4").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.5% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 91.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+32.5%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area1,243.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.6 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home31.6%

Gas Stations in Beaver County

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bruce Fuels

Airports Near Beaver County

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bawlf (Blackwells) Airport-Small Airport
Camrose Airport-Small Airport
Chipman Airport-Small Airport
Killam-Sedgewick Airport-Small Airport
Marek Farms Airport-Small Airport
Tofield Airport-Small Airport
Two Hills Airport-Small Airport
Vegreville Airport-Small Airport
Viking (South) Airport-Small Airport
Viking Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beaver County

What is the population of Beaver County?

Beaver County has a population of 5,868 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,243.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.5% female and 52.6% male.

Is Beaver County expensive to live in?

The median household income is $94,000, 25% 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 $1,150 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Beaver County safe?

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

What is the weather like in Beaver County?

Beaver County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Beaver County?

The job market in Beaver County faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 182 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 39 minutes, and 31.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Beaver County?

The median home value in Beaver County is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,150. The homeownership rate is 90.4%.

How are the schools in Beaver County?

7.8% of adults in Beaver County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.5% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Beaver County?

The average commute in Beaver County is 39 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 31.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Beaver County?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Beaver County is 98.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American. 87.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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