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Fort Saskatchewan, AB

Alberta

Fort Saskatchewan is a small city in Alberta with a population of 27,088. Residents earn $113,000 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
27,088 Population 1,242/sq mi density
$113,000 Median Income $66,300 per capita
$380,000 Home Value
$1,380 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$113,000 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$380,000 home value, $1,380/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,000
50% higher than US avg
Home Value $380,000
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,380
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27,088
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,242/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$113,000
Per Capita$66,300
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty5.4%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$380,000
Rent$1,380
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units10,420
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Elevation2,073 ft (632 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+31.1%
Graduate+2.6%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Fort Saskatchewan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Saskatchewan receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fort Saskatchewan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Saskatchewan is $113,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 50% above $75,149. This places Fort Saskatchewan among higher-income communities. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Saskatchewan is $380,000, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,380 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fort Saskatchewan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches, including 33.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Fort Saskatchewan has a population of 27,088 with a density of 1,242 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 1.5% Black, 6.2% Asian.

Population

27,088
Total Population
2021 Census
1,242
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
21.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Saskatchewan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages8.3%

Social Characteristics

Fort Saskatchewan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Saskatchewan is $113,000, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fort Saskatchewan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,000
50% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home18.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Saskatchewan is $380,000, 35% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,380 (19% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$380,000
35% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,380
19% above US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%
Renter-Occupied24.3%
Housing Units10,420

Property Tax

In Fort Saskatchewan, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Saskatchewan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Fort Saskatchewan has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.7°F
26% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall33.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,073 ft (632 m)
Area21.8 sq mi (56.5 km²)
Population Density1,242/sq mi
Coordinates53.6981°N, 113.2138°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+31.1%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,242/sq mi
Total Area21.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home18.7%

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