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Bonnyville, AB

Alberta

Bonnyville is a small city in Alberta with a population of 6,404. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
6,404 Population 1,171/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $54,750 per capita
$310,000 Home Value
$1,160 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$310,000 home value, $1,160/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $310,000
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,160
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,404
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,171/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$54,750
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty9.7%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$310,000
Rent$1,160
Ownership59.8%
Housing Units2,540
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,824 ft (556 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+34.2%
Graduate+1.1%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Bonnyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonnyville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Bonnyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonnyville is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonnyville is $310,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,160 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x 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

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bonnyville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches, including 15.7 inches of snow.

Bonnyville has a population of 6,404 with a density of 1,171 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.1% Black, 9.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.8% of residents.

Population

6,404
Total Population
2021 Census
1,171
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonnyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.8%
6% above US avg
Spanish 4.8%
64% below US avg
Other Languages 12.3%

Social Characteristics

Bonnyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonnyville is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,750 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,053, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 199 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bonnyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,750
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)199

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonnyville is $310,000, 10% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,160 (0% below the national average of $1,163). 59.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,540 total housing units in the city. 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$310,000
10% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,160
0% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.8%
Owner-Occupied59.8%
Renter-Occupied40.0%
Housing Units2,540

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, Bonnyville receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Bonnyville 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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Bonnyville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 274 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 15.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,824 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,824 ft (556 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²)
Population Density1,171/sq mi
Coordinates54.2668°N, 110.7351°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.3"
60% below US avg
Snowfall 15.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.19"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 0.8 in
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.7 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Bonnyville has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 5°F in December to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.6").

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10.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.2% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+34.2%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,171/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Radio Stations near Bonnyville

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFNA 99.7 "Country 99 FM" Bonnyville, AB country AAC+ 57 kbps
CJEG-FM "Hot 101.3" - Bonnyville, AB hot adult contemporary, rebranding AAC 133 kbps

Libraries in Bonnyville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bonnyville Municipal Library0.0

Breweries in Bonnyville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Journey North Cider Co.

Airports Near Bonnyville

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bonnyville AirportYBYMedium Airport
CFB Cold LakeYODMedium Airport
Cold Lake Regional AirportSmall Airport
Elk Point AirportSmall Airport
Glendon AirportSmall Airport
St. Paul AirportSmall Airport
Three Bears Landing AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Bonnyville

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bonnyville Indian-Metis Rehabilitation Centre

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonnyville

What is the population of Bonnyville?

Bonnyville has a population of 6,404 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,171 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Bonnyville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $310,000 (10% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,160 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bonnyville safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bonnyville?

Bonnyville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches, with 15.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bonnyville?

The job market in Bonnyville faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,053. There are 199 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bonnyville?

The median home value in Bonnyville is $310,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,160. The homeownership rate is 59.8%.

How are the schools in Bonnyville?

10.2% of adults in Bonnyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.2% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Bonnyville?

The average commute in Bonnyville is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bonnyville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bonnyville is 86.6% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino, 9.4% Asian. 82.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish.

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