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Foremost, AB

Alberta

Foremost is a small town in Alberta with a population of 630. Residents earn $89,000 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
630 Population 767/sq mi density
$89,000 Median Income $54,600 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$584 Median Rent 11.9% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$89,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $584/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $89,000
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $584
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population630
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density767/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$89,000
Per Capita$54,600
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.2%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$584
Ownership79.1%
Housing Units215
Rent Burden11.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation2,927 ft (892 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+38.6%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute17 min

Is Foremost a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foremost receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Foremost offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foremost is $89,000, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foremost is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $584 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x 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

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Foremost has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches.

Foremost has a population of 630 with a density of 767 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.2% of residents.

Population

630
Total Population
767
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Foremost vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 76.2%
3% below US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 23.8%

Social Characteristics

Foremost vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foremost is $89,000, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,050, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 20 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Foremost vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,000
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,600
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Foremost is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $584 (50% below the national average of $1,163). 79.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 215 total housing units in the city. 11.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$584
50% below US avg
Rent Burden11.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.1%
Owner-Occupied79.1%
Renter-Occupied18.6%
Housing Units215

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, Foremost receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Foremost 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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Foremost has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,927 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,927 ft (892 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density767/sq mi
Coordinates49.4770°N, 111.4453°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.5"
62% below US avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 10, 2024.

Aug 16, 1994 27 km W of Chester, Montana M3.9 110 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 96 km
Jun 5, 1991 18 km SW of Shelby, Montana M3.6 129 km
Sep 29, 2009 42 km NW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.6 101 km
Jan 3, 2008 13 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.5 98 km
Jan 20, 2003 10 km S of Little Browning, Montana M3.5 124 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 75 km
Jan 1, 1993 20 km WSW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 84 km
Nov 6, 2002 3 km SSE of Little Browning, Montana M3.4 117 km
Aug 15, 1996 33 km WNW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 83 km
Nov 17, 1992 39 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.4 100 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 96 km
Mar 5, 1995 2 km NW of Cut Bank, Montana M3.3 113 km
May 29, 2009 11 km S of Little Browning, Montana M3.2 125 km
Jan 11, 2003 44 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.2 101 km
Apr 4, 1990 4 km WNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.1 108 km
Apr 2, 2014 13 km NNW of Conrad, Montana M3.1 140 km
Jun 9, 2009 20 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.0 99 km
Jan 20, 2024 8 km S of Cardston, Canada M2.8 141 km
Apr 10, 2024 17 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M2.7 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Wettest
July 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 1.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 0.7 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in

Foremost has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (0.6").

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3.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 38.6% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 76.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+38.6%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density767/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Foremost

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Foremost School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Foremost

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Airports Near Foremost

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Medicine Hat Regional AirportYXHMedium Airport
Bow Island Airport—Small Airport
Foremost Airport—Small Airport
Milk River (Madge) Airport—Small Airport
Milk River Airport—Small Airport
Nemiskam Airport—Small Airport
Ross International Airport—Small Airport
Ross International Airport—Small Airport
Schlenker Airport—Small Airport
Taber Airport—Small Airport
Vauxhall Airport—Small Airport
Warner Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Foremost

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Foremost Post Office

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Mines
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Frequently Asked Questions About Foremost

What is the population of Foremost?

Foremost has a population of 630 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 767 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Foremost expensive to live in?

The median household income is $89,000, 18% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $584 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Foremost safe?

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

What is the weather like in Foremost?

Foremost has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Foremost?

The unemployment rate in Foremost is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,050. There are 20 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Foremost?

The median home value in Foremost is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $584. The homeownership rate is 79.1%.

How are the schools in Foremost?

3.6% of adults in Foremost hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.6% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Foremost?

The average commute in Foremost is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Foremost?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Foremost is 96.3% White. 76.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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