Fairview, AB
Alberta · Calgary Metro
Fairview is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,817. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.
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How Fairview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
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A+Crime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is Fairview a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fairview receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Fairview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fairview is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fairview is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,010 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x 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
10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.7% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Fairview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Fairview vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Fairview vs U.S. Average
Income: Fairview vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,000 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $54,050 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,039 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 87 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $200,000 |
| 29% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,010 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 16.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 74.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 25.3% |
| Housing Units | 1,205 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Fairview vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,517 ft (1,072 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 684/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.9849°N, 114.0610°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
Fairview has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 18°F in December to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.3% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 31.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 1.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 684/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 18.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
Schools in Fairview
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Matthew School | — | — | — | — |
| Fairview School | — | — | — | — |
| Le Roi Daniels School | — | — | — | — |
| West Island College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Fairview
24 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beats Radio | dance, edm | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CBC Radio 1 Calgary (CBR - 1010 AM, 99.1 FM) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CFGQ 107.3 "QR Calgary 107 & 770" Calgary, AB | corus media, global news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFXO-FM 99.7 "Sun Country" High River, AB | country | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CKCE 101.5 Today Radio | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 加拿大中文电台FM94.7 | full service | AAC 51 kbps | |
| CBC Music Mountain (Calgary, CBR-FM, 102.1 FM, formerly CBC Radio 2) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Jamz 403 | caribbean music, raggae | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CFIT-FM "Air 106.1" Airdrie, AB | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CKYR-FM 106.7 "Red FM" Calgary, AB | 20 languages, multicultural | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Calgary, AB (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKUV-FM "The Eagle 100.9" Okotoks, AB | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 63 kbps | |
| CHFM-FM "Star 95.9" Calgary, AB | adult contemporary, rogers media | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKCE-FM 101.5 "Today Radio" Calgary, AB | 80s, 90s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CJSW | alternative, college | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKWD-FM "Wild 95.3" Calgary, AB | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CJLI am700 The Light | christian, rock | AAC 96 kbps | |
| ICI Musique Calgary - 89.7 FM, Edmonton - 101.1 FM (CBCX-FM) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB - (AAC Stream) | campus radio, student radio | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB (MP3 Stream) | campus radio, student radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| THE LYNX DISCO CLASSICS | 70s disco, disco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wild95 | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKXY 91.5 "Cochrane Now" Cochrane, AB | country | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| THE LYNX CLASSIC HITS | classic hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Fairview
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada's Sports Hall Of Fame | ||||
| Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women | ||||
| Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women | ||||
| Gasoline Alley | ||||
| Gasoline Alley | ||||
| Glenbow Museum | ||||
| Glenbow Museum | ||||
| National Music Centre | ||||
| National Music Centre | ||||
| Strathmore & Bow Valley Standard Newspaper Office | ||||
| Strathmore & Bow Valley Standard Newspaper Office | ||||
| The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland | ||||
| The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland | ||||
| The Hangar Flight Museum | ||||
| The Hangar Flight Museum | ||||
| The Military Museums | ||||
| The Military Museums | ||||
| Tsuut'ina Culture Museum | ||||
| Wolffe and McVittie Cabin | ||||
| Wolffe and McVittie Cabin | ||||
| YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre | ||||
| YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre |
Libraries in Fairview
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Bowness | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Bowness | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Country Hills | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Crowfoot | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Fish Creek | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Forest Lawn | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Giuffre Family | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Judith Ubach branch (Thorncliffe) | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Judith Ubach branch (Thorncliffe) | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Louise Riley Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Memorial Park | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Nose Hill | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Prototype: Skyview | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Saddletowne | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Shawnessy | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Southwood | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Southwood | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Village Square | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Village Square | 0.0 | |||||
| Chestermere Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gallagher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gallagher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| High Density Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Little Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nicholls Family Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nicholls Family Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Quarry Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reg Erhardt Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sage Hill Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seton Calgary Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Signal Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taylor Family Digital Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fairview
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary Farmer's Market West | |||||
| Calgary Farmers' Market | |||||
| Calgary Farmers' Market | |||||
| Granary Road | |||||
| The Mercantile on 9th | |||||
| V-H Court |
Hotels in Fairview
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fairview
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Fairview
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fairview
5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fairview
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fairview
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fairview
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Acres Brewing | ||||
| 33 Acres Brewing | ||||
| Annex Ale Project | ||||
| Banded Peak Brewing | ||||
| Best of Kin | ||||
| Best of Kin | ||||
| Born Brewing Co. | ||||
| Born Brewing Co. | ||||
| Bow River Brewing | ||||
| Cabin Brewing Company | ||||
| Cabin Brewing Company | ||||
| Citizen Brewing Company | ||||
| Cold Garden Beverage Company | ||||
| Delta Brewstilary | ||||
| Delta Brewstilary | ||||
| Four Dogs Brewing | ||||
| Four Dogs Brewing | ||||
| Good Cheer Brewing | ||||
| Good Cheer Brewing | ||||
| Ol' Beautiful Brewing Company | ||||
| Ol' Beautiful Brewing Company | ||||
| Oxford Airport Business Park Building D | ||||
| Stonyslope Brewing Company | ||||
| Stonyslope Brewing Company | ||||
| The Dandy Brewing Company and DandyPizza | ||||
| The Establishment Brewing Company | ||||
| Two Pillars Brewery | ||||
| Two Pillars Brewery | ||||
| Uncommon Cider | ||||
| Uncommon Cider | ||||
| Wild Rose Brewery | ||||
| Zero Issue Brewing | ||||
| Zero Issue Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Fairview
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| McMahon Stadium | ||
| Rose Diamond | ||
| Scotiabank Saddledome | ||
| Calgary Flames | NHL | Pacific |
Airports Near Fairview
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary International Airport | YYC | Large Airport |
| Calgary / Springbank Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| A J Flying Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Airdrie Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Anchor 9 Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Appleton Field | — | Small Airport |
| Arkayla Springs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beiseker Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bishell's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Black Diamond/Flying R Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brant (Dixon Farm) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calgary / Christiansen Field | — | Small Airport |
| Calgary / Okotoks (Rowland Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Calgary / Okotoks Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Cheadle Airport | TIL | Small Airport |
| Chestermere (Kirkby Field) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cu Nim Airport | — | Small Airport |
| De Winton South Calgary Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Didsbury/Minty Field | — | Small Airport |
| High River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Highwood Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Linden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Olds-Didsbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Strathmore (D.J. Murray) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Turner Valley Bar N Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vulcan / Kirkcaldy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wild Rose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wilderman Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Winters Aire Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Fairview
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post |
Treatment Centers in Fairview
102 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Addiction Services Calgary | ||
| Alberta Back and Neck & Sports Injuries Clinic | ||
| Alberta Precision Laboratories | ||
| Alberta Precision Laboratories | ||
| Alberta Precision Laboratories | ||
| Allergy and Asthma Clinic | ||
| Alpha House Society | ||
| Apex Hearing Systems Ltd. | ||
| AST Active Sport Therapy | ||
| AvantSleep | ||
| Aveiro Sleep | ||
| Brennan & Associates | ||
| Cadenza Hypnotherapy Centre | ||
| Calgary Birth Essentials | ||
| Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre | ||
| Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre | ||
| Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre | ||
| Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre | ||
| Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre | ||
| Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre | ||
| Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre | ||
| Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre | ||
| Calgary Laser and Massage | ||
| Calgary Women's Imaging Centre | ||
| Canada Diagnostic Centre, Brentwood | ||
| Canada Diagnostic Centres | ||
| Canada Diagnostics Centres | ||
| Carewell Medical Clinic & Pharmacy | ||
| CarryHealth Compunding | ||
| Cascade Orthotics | ||
| Cascade Prosthetic Services | ||
| Chinook Mall Medical Clinic | ||
| Chinook Medical Centre | ||
| Chrysalis Obstetrics & Gynaecology | ||
| Clearview Physical Therapy | ||
| Community Health Centre | ||
| Dalhousie Station Foot Clinic | ||
| Deerfoot Meadows Medical Clinic | ||
| Dover Medical Clinic | ||
| Elbow Retina Centre | ||
| Elite Sports Therapy | ||
| Foothills Medical Clinic | ||
| Glamorgan Medical Clinic & Pharmacy | ||
| Glenmore Maternity & Family Physicians | ||
| Glenwood Medical Centre | ||
| Grassroots Naturopathic Medicine | ||
| H2 Medical Centre | ||
| Hearing Loss Clinic | ||
| Heritage Family Medical | ||
| Heritage Plaza Chiropractic & Massage Therapy | ||
| Holistic Institute of Health and Fertility | ||
| INLIV | ||
| Integra Naturopathics | ||
| Killarney Medical Clinic | ||
| Kinetics Performance Center | ||
| Kingswood Medical Centre | ||
| Lakeview Medical Clinic | ||
| LASIK MD | ||
| Life 'n' Balance Wellness Centre | ||
| Lochend Clinic | ||
| Marda Loop Medical Clinic | ||
| Marlborough Medical Clinic | ||
| Maximum Potential Physiotherapy | ||
| Mayers Counselling & Psychological Services | ||
| Mayfair Diagnostics | ||
| Mayfair Diagnostics Westbrook | ||
| Mayland Medical Centre | ||
| MCI The Doctor’s Office | ||
| Medicentre | ||
| Medicentres | ||
| Medilink | ||
| Mission Medical Clinic | ||
| Mount Royal Medicentre | ||
| Mountain View Medical Clinic | ||
| Movement Performance & Health | ||
| Natural Health Services | ||
| Novocare Medical Clinic | ||
| Optimum Wellness Centres | ||
| Parkdale Periodontics | ||
| Passport Health Chinook - Calgary Travel Clinic | ||
| Passport Health Downtown Calgary Travel Clinic | ||
| Pinnacle Medical Centres | ||
| Power Health Chinook | ||
| Prevail Psychology | ||
| Rana Respiratory Care Group | ||
| Rebel Sleep Institute | ||
| Respiratory Homecare Solutions | ||
| Running Injury Clinic | ||
| Satori Health Centre Greenview | ||
| Shaganappi Community Health Centre | ||
| Simon's Valley Family Clinic | ||
| Spirit Halloween | ||
| Storwick & Associates Dermatology & Laser Clinic | ||
| Student Wellness Services | ||
| Sunridge Medical Gallery | ||
| The Rehabilitation Society of Calgary | ||
| The Smart Clinic | ||
| TransCanada Denture Clinic Ltd. | ||
| WELL Health Medical Centres | ||
| Wellpoint Health | ||
| Youth Health Centre | ||
| Zulu Medical Cosmetics |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Fairview
What is the population of Fairview?
Fairview has a population of 2,817 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 684 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.7% male.
Is Fairview expensive to live in?
The median household income is $79,000, 5% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,010 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Fairview safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Fairview receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Fairview?
Fairview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches, with 30.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Fairview?
The unemployment rate in Fairview is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,039. There are 87 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 6.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Fairview?
The median home value in Fairview is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,010. The homeownership rate is 74.3%.
How are the schools in Fairview?
10.3% of adults in Fairview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.7% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Fairview?
The average commute in Fairview is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Fairview?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Fairview is 86.6% White, 12.6% Asian. 87.9% of residents speak only English at home.
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