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Fort Macleod, AB

Alberta

Fort Macleod is a small town in Alberta with a population of 3,297. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,297 Population 379/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $44,480 per capita
$240,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$240,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $240,000
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,297
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$44,480
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty11.8%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,000
Rent$1,000
Ownership77.4%
Housing Units1,325
Rent Burden16.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation3,127 ft (953 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+31.1%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute19 min

Is Fort Macleod a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Macleod receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Fort Macleod offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Macleod is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Macleod is $240,000, 15% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x 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

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fort Macleod has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches.

Fort Macleod has a population of 3,297 with a density of 379 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 5.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.5% of residents.

Population

3,297
Total Population
2021 Census
379
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
8.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Macleod vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
97% below US avg
Other Languages 13.0%

Social Characteristics

Fort Macleod vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Macleod is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,480 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $855, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 102 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fort Macleod vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,480
Avg Weekly Wage$855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)102

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Macleod is $240,000, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163). 77.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,325 total housing units in the city. 16.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,000
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.4%
Owner-Occupied77.4%
Renter-Occupied22.6%
Housing Units1,325

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, Fort Macleod receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fort Macleod 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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Fort Macleod has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 305 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 17.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,127 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,127 ft (953 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.5 km²)
Population Density379/sq mi
Coordinates49.7167°N, 113.4186°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.0"
55% below US avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 10, 2024.

Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 75 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km SSE of South Browning, Montana M3.8 138 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 86 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 103 km
Sep 29, 2009 42 km NW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.6 96 km
Jan 3, 2008 13 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.5 65 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 117 km
Nov 21, 1992 Western Montana M3.4 98 km
Jan 1, 1993 20 km WSW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 127 km
Nov 17, 1992 39 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.4 99 km
Aug 15, 1996 33 km WNW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 102 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 86 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 92 km
Nov 6, 2002 3 km SSE of Little Browning, Montana M3.4 147 km
Jan 12, 2008 38 km W of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.3 81 km
Feb 14, 2012 6 km ESE of Stryker, Montana M3.3 149 km
Mar 5, 1995 2 km NW of Cut Bank, Montana M3.3 142 km
Jan 3, 2021 19 km ENE of Stryker, Montana M3.2 134 km
Jan 11, 2003 44 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.2 93 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: POLL HAVEN (4,495 ac, 2003).

Year Name Acres Distance
2003 POLL HAVEN 4,495 79 km
2017 WOLVERINE 3,126 95 km
2018 BOUNDARY 2,862 90 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.8 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.8 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in

Fort Macleod has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 18°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.7").

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6.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.1% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+31.1%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density379/sq mi
Total Area8.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Schools in Fort Macleod

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
F P Walshe School - - - -
W. A. Day Elementary School - - - -
Livingstone Range School Division - - - -
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Radio Stations near Fort Macleod

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Fort Macleod

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort Museum
Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump

Cafes in Fort Macleod

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Dentists in Fort Macleod

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chinook Dental

Veterinaries in Fort Macleod

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Edgewater Companion Animal Clinic

Gas Stations in Fort Macleod

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mobil
Petro-Canada
Shell
UFA Cardlock
UFA Full Service

Airports Near Fort Macleod

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lethbridge County AirportYQLMedium Airport
Pincher Creek AirportWPCMedium Airport
A J Flying Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Agro 1 Airstrip-Small Airport
Beck Farm Airport-Small Airport
Brant (Dixon Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Cardston Airport-Small Airport
Claresholm Industrial Airport-Small Airport
Cowley AirportYYMSmall Airport
Del Bonita / Whetstone International Airport-Small Airport
Fort Macleod (Alcock Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Fort Macleod Airport-Small Airport
Gunnlaugson Airport-Small Airport
Lethbridge / Anderson Field-Small Airport
Lethbridge / J3 Airfield-Small Airport
Vulcan / Kirkcaldy Airport-Small Airport
Vulcan Airport-Small Airport
Whetstone International Airport-Small Airport
Wild Rose Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Fort Macleod

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fort Macleod Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fort Macleod

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Netherlands Reformed Congregation
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Macleod

What is the population of Fort Macleod?

Fort Macleod has a population of 3,297 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 379 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Fort Macleod expensive to live in?

The median household income is $75,000, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $240,000 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fort Macleod safe?

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

What is the weather like in Fort Macleod?

Fort Macleod has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fort Macleod?

The unemployment rate in Fort Macleod is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 102 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 10.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fort Macleod?

The median home value in Fort Macleod is $240,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 77.4%.

How are the schools in Fort Macleod?

6.0% of adults in Fort Macleod hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.1% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Fort Macleod?

The average commute in Fort Macleod is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fort Macleod?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fort Macleod is 93.4% White, 5.8% Asian. 86.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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