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Entwistle, AB

Alberta

Entwistle is a small town in Alberta with a population of 389. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
389 Population 1,945/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population389
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,945/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units156
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation2,533 ft (772 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Entwistle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Entwistle receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Entwistle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Entwistle is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Entwistle is $290,615, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Entwistle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches.

Entwistle has a population of 389 with a density of 1,945 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 3.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.2% of residents.

Population

389
Total Population
1,945
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Entwistle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 14.0%

Social Characteristics

Entwistle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Entwistle is $82,896, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,913 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $979, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 18.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Entwistle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,896
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913
Avg Weekly Wage$979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Entwistle is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 156 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,615
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units156

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, Entwistle receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Entwistle 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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Entwistle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,533 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,533 ft (772 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,945/sq mi
Coordinates53.6001°N, 115.0021°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.7"
43% below US avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 10, 2019.

Jun 13, 2015 34 km SSW of Fox Creek, Canada M4.6 139 km
May 19, 1996 4 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.2 136 km
Mar 31, 1997 93 km S of Edson, Canada M4.1 122 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 100 km
Jun 10, 1997 91 km S of Edson, Canada M3.7 120 km
Sep 29, 1999 17 km NW of Edson, Canada M3.6 109 km
Jun 26, 2005 85 km S of Edson, Canada M3.5 121 km
Nov 9, 1994 92 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 130 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 130 km
Oct 8, 2000 93 km S of Edson, Canada M3.3 122 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 146 km
Nov 9, 1994 91 km S of Edson, Canada M2.9 122 km
Jun 5, 2008 45 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 116 km
Jan 31, 2008 10 km NNW of Edson, Canada M2.5 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
July 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 1.0 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.7 in

Entwistle has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 6°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 85.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,945/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Schools in Entwistle

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Grand Trunk High School
Entwistle School
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Radio Stations near Entwistle

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CIBW-FM "Big West Country 92.9" Drayton Valley, AB country AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Entwistle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tipple Park Museum

Libraries in Entwistle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Entwistle Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Entwistle

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Journeyman Inn
Race Trac

Golf Courses in Entwistle

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pembina Valley Golf Club
Trestle Creek Golf Resort

Airports Near Entwistle

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrhead AirportSmall Airport
Drayton Valley Industrial AirportYDCSmall Airport
Mayerthorpe AirportSmall Airport
Sunshine Bay AirportSmall Airport
Warburg / Zajes AirportSmall Airport
Wildwood / Loche Mist Farms AirstripSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Frequently Asked Questions About Entwistle

What is the population of Entwistle?

Entwistle has a population of 389 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,945 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Entwistle expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $290,615 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Entwistle safe?

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

What is the weather like in Entwistle?

Entwistle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Entwistle?

The unemployment rate in Entwistle is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 18.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Entwistle?

The median home value in Entwistle is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Entwistle?

32.9% of adults in Entwistle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Entwistle?

The average commute in Entwistle is 25 minutes. 85.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Entwistle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Entwistle is 94.1% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 3.5% Asian. 84.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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