Median Income
$90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value
$384,000
36% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
108/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,250
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
12.7%
253% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.0%
19% lower than US avg
How Edmonton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,010,899
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density3,420/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Economy
B
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$55,800
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty10.0%
Commute27 min
Housing
A
Home Value$384,000
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units396,400
Rent Burden24.3%
Crime
F
Violent108/100K
Property99/100K
Climate
Avg Temp38°F
AQIN/A
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation2,192 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+28.0%
Graduate+8.1%
Is Edmonton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Edmonton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Edmonton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Edmonton is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 12.7%, unemployment is notably high. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Edmonton is $384,000, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Edmonton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 99 per 100,000, 95% below the national average.
Education
20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.0% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Edmonton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow.
Edmonton has a population of 1,010,899 with a density of 3,420 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.2%), with 2% Hispanic, 7.6% Black, 27.6% Asian.
Population
1,010,899
Total Population
2021 Census
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 62.8% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Other Languages | 35.6% |
The median household income in Edmonton is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $90,000 |
| 20% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $55,800 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.7% |
| 253% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| 19% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.4% |
| Public Transit | 8.1% |
| Work from Home | 26.9% |
The median home value in Edmonton is $384,000, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $384,000 |
| 36% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,250 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 24.3% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 63.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.4% |
| Housing Units | 396,400 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Edmonton vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Edmonton has a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 99 per 100,000 (95% below US avg).
Crime Rates: Edmonton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 107.5/100K |
| 72% below US avg |
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Property Crime
| Total Property | 99.4/100K |
| 95% below US avg |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Edmonton has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 38.2°F |
| 29% below US avg |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.4 inches |
| 41% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.5 inches/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,192 ft (668 m) |
| Area | 295.6 sq mi (765.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,420/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.5501°N, 113.4687°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |