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Didsbury, AB

Alberta

Didsbury is a small city in Alberta with a population of 5,070. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,070 Population 815/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $48,120 per capita
$286,000 Home Value
$1,290 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$286,000 home value, $1,290/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 $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $286,000
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,290
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,070
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density815/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$48,120
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty10.1%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$286,000
Rent$1,290
Ownership78.5%
Housing Units2,050
Rent Burden18.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation3,399 ft (1,036 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+28.8%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Didsbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Didsbury receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Didsbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Didsbury is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Didsbury is $286,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,290 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x 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%. 28.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Didsbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow.

Didsbury has a population of 5,070 with a density of 815 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1% Hispanic, 2.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.8% of residents.

Population

5,070
Total Population
2021 Census
815
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Didsbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 5.5%

Social Characteristics

Didsbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Didsbury is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,120 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $925, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 157 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 15.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Didsbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,120
Avg Weekly Wage$925

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)157

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Didsbury is $286,000, 1% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,290 (11% above the national average of $1,163). 78.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,050 total housing units in the city. 18.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,000
1% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,290
11% above US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.5%
Owner-Occupied78.5%
Renter-Occupied21.2%
Housing Units2,050

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, Didsbury receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Didsbury 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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Didsbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 290 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 19.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 31.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,399 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,399 ft (1,036 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²)
Population Density815/sq mi
Coordinates51.6668°N, 114.1353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.0"
50% below US avg
Snowfall 31.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.7 on Jan 26, 2025.

May 19, 1996 4 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.2 98 km
Feb 14, 2021 5 km N of Banff, Canada M4.1 110 km
Nov 19, 1994 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.0 93 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 130 km
Oct 19, 1996 26 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 96 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 74 km
Aug 9, 2014 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.8 90 km
Jan 26, 2025 58 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.7 117 km
Oct 19, 1996 30 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 88 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 115 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 79 km
Aug 13, 1998 67 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.6 132 km
Oct 29, 1998 36 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 95 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 105 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 123 km
May 5, 2005 56 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.4 119 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 102 km
Apr 23, 1999 34 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.0 94 km
Apr 24, 1996 33 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 94 km
Jun 5, 2008 45 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
February 17°F (-8°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 0.7 in Coldest

Didsbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 16°F in December to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.5").

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8.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.8% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+28.8%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density815/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

Schools in Didsbury

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Didsbury High School - - - -
Westglen Middle School - - - -
Ross Ford Elementary School - - - -
Didsbury High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Didsbury

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFIT-FM "Air 106.1" Airdrie, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
Jamz 403 caribbean music, raggae MP3 192 kbps
CKXY 91.5 "Cochrane Now" Cochrane, AB country AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Didsbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carstairs
Carstairs
Carstairs Heritage Centre
Didsbury Museum
Mountain View Museum

Libraries in Didsbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bob Clark Library0.0
Crossfield Municipal Library0.0
Didsbury Library0.0
Didsbury Library Society0.0
Olds Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Didsbury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bergen Market
Olds Farmer's Market

Hotels in Didsbury

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Didsbury Motel
Didsbury Saloon

Cafes in Didsbury

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The 1906 Bistro
Tim Hortons
Vintage Coffee Bar

Clinics in Didsbury

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Silverfern Aesthetics and Vein Clinic

Dentists in Didsbury

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Didsbury Smiles Dental

Veterinaries in Didsbury

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Didsbury Vet Clinic

Gas Stations in Didsbury

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centex
Esso
Fas Gas
GB Fuels
Petro-Canada

Banks in Didsbury

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ATB Financial
Mountain View Credit Union

Gyms in Didsbury

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gym Nana

Golf Courses in Didsbury

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Didsbury Golf Club

Breweries in Didsbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Olds College Teaching Brewery

Airports Near Didsbury

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calgary International AirportYYCLarge Airport
Calgary / Springbank Airport-Medium Airport
Red Deer Regional AirportYQFMedium Airport
Airdrie Aerodrome-Small Airport
Alhambra / Ahlstrom Airport-Small Airport
Anchor 9 Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Arkayla Springs Airport-Small Airport
Beiseker Airport-Small Airport
Big Bend Airport-Small Airport
Bishell's Airport-Small Airport
Cheadle AirportTILSmall Airport
Chestermere (Kirkby Field) Airport-Small Airport
Didsbury/Minty Field-Small Airport
Hespero Airport-Small Airport
Hillmans Farm Airport-Small Airport
Linden Airport-Small Airport
Olds (Netook) Airport-Small Airport
Olds / North 40 Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Olds-Didsbury Airport-Small Airport
Red Deer / Truant Airfield-Small Airport
Safron Farms Airport-Small Airport
Strathmore (D.J. Murray) Airport-Small Airport
Sundre / Goodwins Farm Airport-Small Airport
Sundre Airport-Small Airport
Truant South Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Didsbury

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Didsbury Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Didsbury

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Didsbury Masonic Hall
Knox United Church
Mystery Building
Redeemer Lutheran Church
Zion Evangelical Missionary Church

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UFO Sightings
4
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Didsbury

What is the population of Didsbury?

Didsbury has a population of 5,070 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 815 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Didsbury expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,500, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $286,000 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,290 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Didsbury safe?

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

What is the weather like in Didsbury?

Didsbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches, with 31.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Didsbury?

The job market in Didsbury faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $925. There are 157 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 15.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Didsbury?

The median home value in Didsbury is $286,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,290. The homeownership rate is 78.5%.

How are the schools in Didsbury?

8.4% of adults in Didsbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.8% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Didsbury?

The average commute in Didsbury is 28 minutes. 85.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Didsbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Didsbury is 96% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino, 2.4% Asian. 93.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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