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Edgerton, AB

Alberta

Edgerton is a small town in Alberta with a population of 385. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
385 Population 496/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $42,800 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$650 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 308 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
$68,000 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $650/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population385
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density496/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$42,800
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty12.4%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$650
Ownership73.5%
Housing Units170
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,126 ft (648 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+36.7%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Edgerton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgerton is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% 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 Edgerton is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Edgerton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches.

Edgerton has a population of 385 with a density of 496 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (98.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.1% of residents.

Population

385
Total Population
496
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 2.6%

Social Characteristics

Edgerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgerton is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,800. The average weekly wage is $823, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Edgerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,800
Avg Weekly Wage$823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgerton is $180,000, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 73.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 170 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.5%
Owner-Occupied73.5%
Renter-Occupied26.5%
Housing Units170

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, Edgerton receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Edgerton 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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Edgerton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,126 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,126 ft (648 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density496/sq mi
Coordinates52.7615°N, 110.4599°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.7"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 3.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.7 in

Edgerton has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 5°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.5").

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3.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.7% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+36.7%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density496/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Schools in Edgerton

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Edgerton Public School
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Radio Stations near Edgerton

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKWY-FM "Hot 93.7" Wainwright, AB contemporary hits, rebranding AAC 138 kbps

Gas Stations in Edgerton

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Herbies Confectionary
UFA

Breweries in Edgerton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ribstone Creek Brewery

Airports Near Edgerton

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lloydminster AirportYLLMedium Airport
CFB Wainwright Field 21 AirportSmall Airport
Consort AirportSmall Airport
Darling AirportSmall Airport
Irma AirportSmall Airport
Macklin AirportSmall Airport
Provost AirportSmall Airport
Vermilion AirportYVGSmall Airport
Wainwright AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edgerton

What is the population of Edgerton?

Edgerton has a population of 385 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 496 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 52% female and 48.1% male.

Is Edgerton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Edgerton safe?

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

What is the weather like in Edgerton?

Edgerton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Edgerton?

The unemployment rate in Edgerton is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $823. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Edgerton?

The median home value in Edgerton is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $650. The homeownership rate is 73.5%.

How are the schools in Edgerton?

3.3% of adults in Edgerton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.7% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Edgerton?

The average commute in Edgerton is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Edgerton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Edgerton is 98.6% White. 96.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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