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Braeside, AB

Alberta · Calgary Metro

Braeside is a small city in Alberta with a population of 5,700. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
5,700 Population 17/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,700
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units2,280
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation3,599 ft (1,097 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Braeside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Braeside receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Braeside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Braeside is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% 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 Braeside is $290,615, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Braeside has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 32.1 inches of snow.

Braeside has a population of 5,700 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 329.8 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 3.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.2% of residents.

Population

5,700
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
329.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Braeside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 14.0%

Social Characteristics

Braeside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Braeside is $82,896, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,913 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $979, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 177 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 18.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Braeside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,896
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913
Avg Weekly Wage$979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)177

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Braeside is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,280 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,615
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units2,280

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, Braeside receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Braeside 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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Braeside has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 290 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 17.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 32.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,599 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,599 ft (1,097 m)
Area329.8 sq mi (854.3 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates50.9542°N, 114.1054°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.3"
54% below US avg
Snowfall 32.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.7 on Jan 26, 2025.

Feb 14, 2021 5 km N of Banff, Canada M4.1 106 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 136 km
Jan 26, 2025 58 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.7 144 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 74 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 142 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 46 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 143 km
Apr 10, 2011 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada M2.9 136 km
Dec 14, 1990 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada M2.8 88 km
Jun 7, 2023 16 km NNW of Elkford, Canada M2.7 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.5 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
October 42°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Braeside has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 18°F in December to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.4").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 85.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area329.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Schools in Braeside

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Beats Radio dance, edm MP3 192 kbps
CBC Radio 1 Calgary (CBR - 1010 AM, 99.1 FM) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CFGQ 107.3 "QR Calgary 107 & 770" Calgary, AB corus media, global news MP3 128 kbps
CFXO-FM 99.7 "Sun Country" High River, AB country AAC+ 64 kbps
CKCE 101.5 Today Radio AAC+ 48 kbps
加拿大中文电台FM94.7 full service AAC 51 kbps
CBC Music Mountain (Calgary, CBR-FM, 102.1 FM, formerly CBC Radio 2) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Jamz 403 caribbean music, raggae MP3 192 kbps
CFIT-FM "Air 106.1" Airdrie, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CKYR-FM 106.7 "Red FM" Calgary, AB 20 languages, multicultural AAC+ 32 kbps
CBC Radio One - Calgary, AB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKUV-FM "The Eagle 100.9" Okotoks, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 63 kbps
CHFM-FM "Star 95.9" Calgary, AB adult contemporary, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
CKCE-FM 101.5 "Today Radio" Calgary, AB 80s, 90s AAC+ 48 kbps
CJSW alternative, college MP3 128 kbps
CKWD-FM "Wild 95.3" Calgary, AB country AAC+ 48 kbps
CJLI am700 The Light christian, rock AAC 96 kbps
ICI Musique Calgary - 89.7 FM, Edmonton - 101.1 FM (CBCX-FM) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB - (AAC Stream) campus radio, student radio AAC 96 kbps
CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB (MP3 Stream) campus radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
THE LYNX DISCO CLASSICS 70s disco, disco MP3 128 kbps
Wild95 AAC+ 48 kbps
CKXY 91.5 "Cochrane Now" Cochrane, AB country AAC+ 64 kbps
THE LYNX CLASSIC HITS classic hits MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Braeside

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canada's Sports Hall Of Fame
Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
Gasoline Alley
Gasoline Alley
Glenbow Museum
Glenbow Museum
National Music Centre
National Music Centre
Okotoks Museum and Archives
Strathmore & Bow Valley Standard Newspaper Office
Strathmore & Bow Valley Standard Newspaper Office
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
The Hangar Flight Museum
The Hangar Flight Museum
The Military Museums
The Military Museums
Tsuut'ina Culture Museum
Wolffe and McVittie Cabin
Wolffe and McVittie Cabin
YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre
YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre

Libraries in Braeside

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Calgary Central Library0.0
Calgary Public Library - Bowness0.0
Calgary Public Library - Bowness0.0
Calgary Public Library - Country Hills0.0
Calgary Public Library - Crowfoot0.0
Calgary Public Library - Fish Creek0.0
Calgary Public Library - Forest Lawn0.0
Calgary Public Library - Giuffre Family0.0
Calgary Public Library - Judith Ubach branch (Thorncliffe)0.0
Calgary Public Library - Judith Ubach branch (Thorncliffe)0.0
Calgary Public Library - Louise Riley Branch0.0
Calgary Public Library - Memorial Park0.0
Calgary Public Library - Nose Hill0.0
Calgary Public Library - Prototype: Skyview0.0
Calgary Public Library - Saddletowne0.0
Calgary Public Library - Shawnessy0.0
Calgary Public Library - Southwood0.0
Calgary Public Library - Southwood0.0
Calgary Public Library - Village Square0.0
Calgary Public Library - Village Square0.0
Gallagher Library0.0
Gallagher Library0.0
High Density Library0.0
Little Library0.0
Nicholls Family Library0.0
Nicholls Family Library0.0
Okotoks Public Library0.0
Quarry Park Library0.0
Reg Erhardt Library0.0
Sage Hill Public Library0.0
Seton Calgary Public Library0.0
Signal Hill Library0.0
Taylor Family Digital Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Braeside

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Calgary Farmer's Market West
Calgary Farmers' Market
Calgary Farmers' Market
Granary Road
The Mercantile on 9th
V-H Court

Cafes in Braeside

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Braeside

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Braeside on 24th Medical Walk-in Clinic

Dentists in Braeside

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Braeside Dental

Veterinaries in Braeside

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Braeside Veterinary Clinic

Banks in Braeside

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank

Gyms in Braeside

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oxygen Yoga & Fitness

Breweries in Braeside

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
33 Acres Brewing
33 Acres Brewing
Annex Ale Project
Banded Peak Brewing
Best of Kin
Best of Kin
Born Brewing Co.
Born Brewing Co.
Bow River Brewing
Cabin Brewing Company
Cabin Brewing Company
Citizen Brewing Company
Cold Garden Beverage Company
Delta Brewstilary
Delta Brewstilary
Four Dogs Brewing
Four Dogs Brewing
Good Cheer Brewing
Good Cheer Brewing
Hub Town Brewing
Ol' Beautiful Brewing Company
Ol' Beautiful Brewing Company
Oxford Airport Business Park Building D
Stonyslope Brewing Company
Stonyslope Brewing Company
The Dandy Brewing Company and DandyPizza
The Establishment Brewing Company
Two Pillars Brewery
Two Pillars Brewery
Uncommon Cider
Uncommon Cider
Wild Rose Brewery
Zero Issue Brewing
Zero Issue Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Braeside

TeamLeagueDivision
McMahon Stadium
Rose Diamond
Scotiabank Saddledome
Calgary FlamesNHLPacific

Airports Near Braeside

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calgary International AirportYYCLarge Airport
Calgary / Springbank AirportMedium Airport
A J Flying Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Airdrie AerodromeSmall Airport
Anchor 9 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Appleton FieldSmall Airport
Arkayla Springs AirportSmall Airport
Beiseker AirportSmall Airport
Bishell's AirportSmall Airport
Black Diamond/Flying R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brant (Dixon Farm) AirportSmall Airport
Calgary / Christiansen FieldSmall Airport
Calgary / Okotoks (Rowland Field)Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks Air ParkSmall Airport
Cheadle AirportTILSmall Airport
Chestermere (Kirkby Field) AirportSmall Airport
Cu Nim AirportSmall Airport
De Winton South Calgary AirportSmall Airport
Didsbury/Minty FieldSmall Airport
High River AirportSmall Airport
Highwood AirportSmall Airport
Linden AirportSmall Airport
Strathmore (D.J. Murray) AirportSmall Airport
Turner Valley Bar N Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Vulcan / Kirkcaldy AirportSmall Airport
Wild Rose AirportSmall Airport
Wilderman Farm AirportSmall Airport
Winters Aire Park AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Braeside

102 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adult Addiction Services Calgary
Alberta Back and Neck & Sports Injuries Clinic
Alberta Precision Laboratories
Alberta Precision Laboratories
Alberta Precision Laboratories
Allergy and Asthma Clinic
Alpha House Society
Apex Hearing Systems Ltd.
AST Active Sport Therapy
AvantSleep
Aveiro Sleep
Brennan & Associates
Cadenza Hypnotherapy Centre
Calgary Birth Essentials
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laser and Massage
Calgary Women's Imaging Centre
Canada Diagnostic Centre, Brentwood
Canada Diagnostic Centres
Canada Diagnostics Centres
Carewell Medical Clinic & Pharmacy
CarryHealth Compunding
Cascade Orthotics
Cascade Prosthetic Services
Chinook Mall Medical Clinic
Chinook Medical Centre
Chrysalis Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clearview Physical Therapy
Community Health Centre
Dalhousie Station Foot Clinic
Deerfoot Meadows Medical Clinic
Dover Medical Clinic
Elbow Retina Centre
Elite Sports Therapy
Foothills Medical Clinic
Glamorgan Medical Clinic & Pharmacy
Glenmore Maternity & Family Physicians
Glenwood Medical Centre
Grassroots Naturopathic Medicine
H2 Medical Centre
Hearing Loss Clinic
Heritage Family Medical
Heritage Plaza Chiropractic & Massage Therapy
Holistic Institute of Health and Fertility
INLIV
Integra Naturopathics
Killarney Medical Clinic
Kinetics Performance Center
Kingswood Medical Centre
Lakeview Medical Clinic
LASIK MD
Life 'n' Balance Wellness Centre
Lochend Clinic
Marda Loop Medical Clinic
Marlborough Medical Clinic
Maximum Potential Physiotherapy
Mayers Counselling & Psychological Services
Mayfair Diagnostics
Mayfair Diagnostics Westbrook
Mayland Medical Centre
MCI The Doctor’s Office
Medicentre
Medicentres
Medilink
Mission Medical Clinic
Mount Royal Medicentre
Mountain View Medical Clinic
Movement Performance & Health
Natural Health Services
Novocare Medical Clinic
Optimum Wellness Centres
Parkdale Periodontics
Passport Health Chinook - Calgary Travel Clinic
Passport Health Downtown Calgary Travel Clinic
Pinnacle Medical Centres
Power Health Chinook
Prevail Psychology
Rana Respiratory Care Group
Rebel Sleep Institute
Respiratory Homecare Solutions
Running Injury Clinic
Satori Health Centre Greenview
Shaganappi Community Health Centre
Simon's Valley Family Clinic
Spirit Halloween
Storwick & Associates Dermatology & Laser Clinic
Student Wellness Services
Sunridge Medical Gallery
The Rehabilitation Society of Calgary
The Smart Clinic
TransCanada Denture Clinic Ltd.
WELL Health Medical Centres
Wellpoint Health
Youth Health Centre
Zulu Medical Cosmetics

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Frequently Asked Questions About Braeside

What is the population of Braeside?

Braeside has a population of 5,700 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 329.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Braeside expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $290,615 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Braeside safe?

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

What is the weather like in Braeside?

Braeside has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches, with 32.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Braeside?

The unemployment rate in Braeside is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 177 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 18.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Braeside?

The median home value in Braeside is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Braeside?

32.9% of adults in Braeside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Braeside?

The average commute in Braeside is 25 minutes. 85.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Braeside?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Braeside is 94.1% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 3.5% Asian. 84.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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