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Calmar, AB

Alberta · Edmonton Metro

Calmar is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,183. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,183 Population 1,211/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $55,900 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,210 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 14.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,210/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,210
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.2%
294% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,183
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,211/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$55,900
Unemployment14.2%
Poverty9.6%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,210
Ownership80.9%
Housing Units915
Rent Burden21.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation2,379 ft (725 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+36.2%
Graduate+0.6%

Community

Commute30 min

Is Calmar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calmar 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. Calmar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calmar is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 14.2%, unemployment is notably high. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calmar is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,210 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

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Calmar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches.

Calmar has a population of 2,183 with a density of 1,211 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 1.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.8% of residents.

Population

2,183
Total Population
2021 Census
1,211
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Calmar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg
Other Languages 7.6%

Social Characteristics

Calmar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calmar is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,075, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 14.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 68 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 12.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Calmar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,900
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.2%
294% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)68

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Calmar is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,210 (4% above the national average of $1,163). 80.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 915 total housing units in the city. 21.4% 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$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,210
4% above US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.9%
Owner-Occupied80.9%
Renter-Occupied19.1%
Housing Units915

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, Calmar receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Calmar 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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Calmar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,379 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,379 ft (725 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density1,211/sq mi
Coordinates53.2668°N, 113.8187°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
49% below US avg
Snowfall 3.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 10, 2019.

May 19, 1996 4 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.2 126 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 101 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 105 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 123 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 143 km
Jun 5, 2008 45 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.7 in

Calmar has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 8°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.6").

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4.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+36.2%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,211/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home12.8%

Schools in Calmar

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Calmar Secondary School - - - -
Calmar Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Calmar

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHBN-FM "KISS 91.7" Edmonton, AB contemporary hits, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
630 CHED hockey, news MP3 128 kbps
ICI Radio-Canada Première Edmonton - 90.1 FM (CHFA-FM) classical, french culture AAC 48 kbps
CIUP-FM "Up 99.3" Edmonton, AB adult hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CBC Radio One Edmonton cbc, features MP3 128 kbps
Sonic 102.9 - AAC+ 48 kbps
CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (MP3 Stream) new format rebranding, sports news AAC 129 kbps
CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (AAC Stream) 80's, 90's AAC+ 57 kbps
CHAH "My Radio 580" Edmonton, AB multicultural, multilingual MP3 69 kbps
Edmonton Sports Talk sports talk MP3 96 kbps
CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (AAC Stream) new format rebranding, sports news AAC 132 kbps
Rumsey Retro Radio old time radio MP3 80 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Alberta (Edmonton, AB) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKPW-FM 107.1 "Play 107" Edmonton, AB rhythmic adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CINZ NET Radio dance, edm MP3
Radio Canada Ici Première (Alberta) Edmonton radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (MP3 Stream) 80's, 90's MP3 128 kbps
CJCA AM930 The Light christian, education AAC 95 kbps
CHED 630 "Global News Radio" Edmonton, AB news talk AAC+ 57 kbps
CKNO-FM "Now 102.3" Edmonton, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Calmar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canadian Energy Museum
Fort Edmonton Park
Indigenous Peoples Experience
John Janzen Nature Centre
Rutherford House

Libraries in Calmar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Devon Public Library0.0
Lois Hole Library0.0
Riverbend Branch - Edmonton Public Library0.0

Cafes in Calmar

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Versus Café & Catering Co

Gas Stations in Calmar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Co-op
Fas Gas

Ski Resorts Near Calmar

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gwynne Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rabbit Hill Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Edmonton Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sunridge Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Calmar

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edmonton International AirportYEGLarge Airport
Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Calmar (Maplelane Farm)-Small Airport
Edmonton / Cooking Lake Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Gartner Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Josephburg Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Twin Island Airpark-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve (Rose Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton/Morinville (Currie Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton/Morinville (Mike's Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Goodwood Field-Small Airport
Millet/Creekview Airport-Small Airport
Morrinville Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Parkland Airport-Small Airport
Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) Airport-Small Airport
Rimbey Airport-Small Airport
Springdale Airport-Small Airport
Stony Plain (Stony Field) Airport-Small Airport
Warburg / Zajes Airport-Small Airport
Wetaskiwin Regional Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Calmar

What is the population of Calmar?

Calmar has a population of 2,183 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,211 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.7% male.

Is Calmar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,210 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Calmar safe?

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

What is the weather like in Calmar?

Calmar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Calmar?

The job market in Calmar faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,075. There are 68 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 12.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Calmar?

The median home value in Calmar is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,210. The homeownership rate is 80.9%.

How are the schools in Calmar?

4.9% of adults in Calmar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Calmar?

The average commute in Calmar is 30 minutes. 85% of workers drive alone to work, 1.1% use public transit, and 12.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Calmar?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Calmar is 94.1% White, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino, 1.8% Asian. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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