Carstairs, AB
Full City Profile · Alberta
Carstairs, AB
At a Glance
How Carstairs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carstairs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carstairs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carstairs residents earn a median household income of $99,000 , which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,800. The unemployment rate stands at 10.2% (183% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 152 business establishments.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carstairs is $352,000 , 25% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,400/month, with 17.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Education
9.4% of adults in Carstairs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 29.6% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Carstairs has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches.