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Big Valley, AB

Alberta

Big Valley is a small town in Alberta with a population of 331. Residents earn $50,400 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
331 Population 460/sq mi density
$50,400 Median Income $36,800 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 16.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$50,400 median income, 12.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,400
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population331
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density460/mi²
Male / Female48% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,400
Per Capita$36,800
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty19.5%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership88.9%
Housing Units135
Rent Burden16.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation2,740 ft (835 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+32.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Big Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Valley 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Big Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Valley is $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Valley is $150,000, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 3x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Big Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches.

Big Valley has a population of 331 with a density of 460 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.5% of residents.

Population

331
Total Population
460
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 6.0%

Social Characteristics

Big Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Valley is $50,400, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,800. The average weekly wage is $708, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Big Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,400
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,800
Avg Weekly Wage$708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)10

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Valley is $150,000, 47% 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 135 total housing units in the city. 16.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden16.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.9%
Owner-Occupied88.9%
Renter-Occupied7.4%
Housing Units135

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, Big Valley receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Big Valley 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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Big Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,740 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,740 ft (835 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates52.0341°N, 112.7533°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.7"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.07"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

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 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 0.6 in

Big Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 10°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.5").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+32.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density460/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Radio Stations near Big Valley

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Big Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Big Valley Creation Science Museum
Big Valley Tool Museum
McAllister Motors Museum

Libraries in Big Valley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Big Valley Libray0.0

Hotels in Big Valley

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Big Valley Inn

Airports Near Big Valley

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bashaw Airport—Small Airport
Beiseker Airport—Small Airport
Drumheller Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Linden Airport—Small Airport
Ostergard's Airport—Small Airport
Stettler Airport—Small Airport
Three Hills Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Big Valley

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Big Valley Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Big Valley

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Edmund's Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Valley

What is the population of Big Valley?

Big Valley has a population of 331 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 460 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 47.8% male.

Is Big Valley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Big Valley safe?

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

What is the weather like in Big Valley?

Big Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Big Valley?

The job market in Big Valley faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $708. There are 10 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Big Valley?

The median home value in Big Valley is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 88.9%.

How are the schools in Big Valley?

0.0% of adults in Big Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Big Valley?

The average commute in Big Valley is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Big Valley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Big Valley is 100% White. 92.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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