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Camrose, AB

Alberta

Camrose is a small city in Alberta with a population of 8,504. Residents earn $76,000 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,504 Population 7/sq mi density
$76,000 Median Income $51,200 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,080 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$76,000 median income, 12.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,080/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,000
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,080
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.7%
253% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,504
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$76,000
Per Capita$51,200
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty10.5%
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,080
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units8,135
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,421 ft (738 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+3.9%

Community

Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Camrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camrose receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Camrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camrose is $76,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.7%, unemployment is notably high. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camrose is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Camrose has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Camrose has a population of 8,504 with a density of 7 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.6% Black, 8% Asian.

Population

8,504
Total Population
2021 Census
7
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1,271.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Camrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.6%
14% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages9.5%

Social Characteristics

Camrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camrose is $76,000, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Camrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,000
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.7%
253% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Camrose is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,080 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,080
7% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units8,135

Property Tax

In Camrose, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Camrose vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Camrose has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.2 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.2 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,421 ft (738 m)
Area1,271.0 sq mi (3,291.8 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates53.0168°N, 112.8353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+31.6%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area1,271.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home12.4%

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