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Claresholm, AB

Alberta

Claresholm is a small town in Alberta with a population of 3,804. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,804 Population 938/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $47,800 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$870 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $870/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,804
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density938/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$47,800
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty12.4%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$870
Ownership76.6%
Housing Units1,710
Rent Burden17.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation3,399 ft (1,036 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+1.2%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Claresholm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Claresholm receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Claresholm has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Claresholm is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Claresholm is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x 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

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Claresholm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches.

Claresholm has a population of 3,804 with a density of 938 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.7% of residents.

Population

3,804
Total Population
2021 Census
938
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Claresholm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg
Other Languages 9.3%

Social Characteristics

Claresholm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Claresholm is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $919, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 118 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Claresholm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,800
Avg Weekly Wage$919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)118

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Claresholm is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below the national average of $1,163). 76.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,710 total housing units in the city. 17.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.6%
Owner-Occupied76.6%
Renter-Occupied23.4%
Housing Units1,710

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, Claresholm receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Claresholm 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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Claresholm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 305 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 17.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,399 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,399 ft (1,036 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density938/sq mi
Coordinates50.0333°N, 113.5852°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.1"
55% below US avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 20, 2024.

Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 101 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 93 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 121 km
Sep 29, 2009 42 km NW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.6 132 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 143 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 82 km
Jan 3, 2008 13 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.5 99 km
Nov 21, 1992 Western Montana M3.4 131 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 125 km
Aug 15, 1996 33 km WNW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 136 km
Nov 17, 1992 39 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.4 135 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 122 km
Jan 12, 2008 38 km W of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.3 89 km
Jan 11, 2003 44 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.2 129 km
Oct 15, 2000 33 km SSW of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.2 100 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 95 km
Jan 20, 2024 8 km S of Cardston, Canada M2.8 104 km
Dec 14, 1990 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada M2.8 86 km
Jun 7, 2023 16 km NNW of Elkford, Canada M2.7 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.1 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.2 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 62°F (16°C) 2.0 in
August 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 0.6 in

Claresholm has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 16°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.6").

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8.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+31.6%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density938/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home8.8%

Schools in Claresholm

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CFI Flight Academy — — — —
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Radio Stations near Claresholm

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Claresholm

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Claresholm & District Museum

Cafes in Claresholm

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Claresholm

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Fas Gas Plus
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Shell
UFA

Airports Near Claresholm

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pincher Creek AirportWPCMedium Airport
A J Flying Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Agro 1 Airstrip—Small Airport
Beck Farm Airport—Small Airport
Black Diamond/Flying R Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Brant (Dixon Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks (Rowland Field)—Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks Air Park—Small Airport
Claresholm Industrial Airport—Small Airport
Cowley AirportYYMSmall Airport
Cu Nim Airport—Small Airport
Fort Macleod (Alcock Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Fort Macleod Airport—Small Airport
High River Airport—Small Airport
Vulcan / Kirkcaldy Airport—Small Airport
Vulcan Airport—Small Airport
Wild Rose Airport—Small Airport
Wilderman Farm Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Claresholm

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Claresholm Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Claresholm

What is the population of Claresholm?

Claresholm has a population of 3,804 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 938 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 49.1% male.

Is Claresholm expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Claresholm safe?

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

What is the weather like in Claresholm?

Claresholm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.1 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Claresholm?

The job market in Claresholm faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $919. There are 118 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Claresholm?

The median home value in Claresholm is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $870. The homeownership rate is 76.6%.

How are the schools in Claresholm?

8.4% of adults in Claresholm hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Claresholm?

The average commute in Claresholm is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Claresholm?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Claresholm is 94.2% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Asian. 89.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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