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Devon, AB

Alberta

Devon is a small city in Alberta with a population of 6,545. Residents earn $95,000 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
6,545 Population 1,189/sq mi density
$95,000 Median Income $55,700 per capita
$332,000 Home Value
$1,350 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$95,000 median income, 9.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$332,000 home value, $1,350/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,000
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $332,000
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,350
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,545
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,189/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$95,000
Per Capita$55,700
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty7.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$332,000
Rent$1,350
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units2,500
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation2,283 ft (696 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+34.1%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Devon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Devon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Devon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Devon is $95,000, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Devon is $332,000, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Devon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 20.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Devon has a population of 6,545 with a density of 1,189 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 3% Asian.

Population

6,545
Total Population
2021 Census
1,189
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Devon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages5.9%

Social Characteristics

Devon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Devon is $95,000, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Devon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,000
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Devon is $332,000, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,350 (16% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$332,000
18% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,350
16% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%
Renter-Occupied22.8%
Housing Units2,500

Property Tax

In Devon, 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: Devon 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

Devon has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 272 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall20.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,283 ft (696 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Coordinates53.3668°N, 113.7353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+34.1%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,189/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home18.0%

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