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Beaverlodge, AB

Alberta

Beaverlodge is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,271. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,271 Population 1,093/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $55,800 per capita
$260,000 Home Value
$1,170 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 16.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $1,170/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,000
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,170
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.2%
350% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,271
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,093/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$55,800
Unemployment16.2%
Poverty9.3%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$1,170
Ownership77.3%
Housing Units925
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+37.3%
Graduate+3.1%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Beaverlodge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaverlodge receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Beaverlodge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaverlodge is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 16.2%, unemployment is notably high. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaverlodge is $260,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. At just 2.9x 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

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Beaverlodge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches.

Beaverlodge has a population of 2,271 with a density of 1,093 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.8% Black, 5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.5% of residents.

Population

2,271
Total Population
2021 Census
1,093
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaverlodge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 4.9%

Social Characteristics

Beaverlodge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaverlodge is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,073, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 16.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 70 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 8.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Beaverlodge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.2%
350% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaverlodge is $260,000, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 77.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 925 total housing units in the city. 19.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% above US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.3%
Owner-Occupied77.3%
Renter-Occupied22.7%
Housing Units925

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, Beaverlodge receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Beaverlodge 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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Beaverlodge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 302 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 19.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,375 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.0°F
33% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density1,093/sq mi
Coordinates55.2166°N, 119.4361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.0"
50% below US avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 20, 2025.

Apr 14, 2001 44 km NE of Dawson Creek, Canada M5.3 99 km
Feb 20, 2025 68 km NE of Grande Cache, Canada M4.7 112 km
May 28, 2013 18 km ESE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 130 km
May 22, 1994 10 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 146 km
Jun 12, 2001 5 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 146 km
Jan 9, 1993 13 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 149 km
Jan 23, 1992 8 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 147 km
Jan 9, 1993 14 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 148 km
Jan 30, 1993 15 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 148 km
May 3, 1995 36 km E of Sexsmith, Canada M3.3 80 km
Mar 5, 2008 8 km E of Fort St. John, Canada M3.3 140 km
May 22, 1994 10 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M2.8 146 km
Sep 13, 1995 15 km ENE of Fort St. John, Canada M2.7 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 1.0 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 1.0 in

Beaverlodge has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 9°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.8").

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9.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.3% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+37.3%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,093/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Schools in Beaverlodge

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Beaverlodge Regional Highschool - - - -
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Radio Stations near Beaverlodge

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Beaverlodge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
South Peace Centennial Museum

Libraries in Beaverlodge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beaverlodge Public Library0.0
Hythe Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Beaverlodge

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Emerson Trail Building Supplies Ltd.

Hotels in Beaverlodge

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Side Trax Inn

Gas Stations in Beaverlodge

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Fas Gas
Petro-Canada

Airports Near Beaverlodge

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dawson Creek AirportYDQMedium Airport
Grande Prairie AirportYQUMedium Airport
Beaverlodge / Clanachan Field-Small Airport
Beaverlodge Airport-Small Airport
Grovedale Airport-Small Airport
Spirit River Municipal Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Beaverlodge

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Beaverlodge

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beaverlodge

What is the population of Beaverlodge?

Beaverlodge has a population of 2,271 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,093 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Beaverlodge expensive to live in?

The median household income is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,000 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Beaverlodge safe?

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

What is the weather like in Beaverlodge?

Beaverlodge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Beaverlodge?

The job market in Beaverlodge faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,073. There are 70 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 8.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Beaverlodge?

The median home value in Beaverlodge is $260,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 77.3%.

How are the schools in Beaverlodge?

9.0% of adults in Beaverlodge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.3% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Beaverlodge?

The average commute in Beaverlodge is 25 minutes. 86.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Beaverlodge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Beaverlodge is 92.1% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 5% Asian. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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