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High River, AB
Alberta
High River is a small city in Alberta with a population of 14,324. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How High River Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is High River a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, High River receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. High River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in High River is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in High River is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,280 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x 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
11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
High River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches, including 32.9 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
High River vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
High River vs U.S. Average
Income: High River vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,000 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,760 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $957 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.9% |
| 175% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 444 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 14.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $348,000 |
| 23% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,280 |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 19.3% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 75.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.6% |
| Housing Units | 5,785 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: High River 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 | 42.8°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,672/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.5834°N, 113.8687°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
High River has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 19°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (0.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.5% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 34.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,672/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 14.4% |
Schools in High River
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highwood High School | - | - | - | - |
| Spitzee Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Notre Dame Collegiate | - | - | - | - |
| Senator Riley School | - | - | - | - |
| Joe Clark School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Spirit Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near High River
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squirrel FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| CKUV-FM "The Eagle 100.9" Okotoks, AB | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 63 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Calgary, AB (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB (MP3 Stream) | campus radio, student radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB - (AAC Stream) | campus radio, student radio | AAC 96 kbps | |
| ICI Musique Calgary - 89.7 FM, Edmonton - 101.1 FM (CBCX-FM) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CJLI am700 The Light | christian, rock | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CJSW | alternative, college | MP3 128 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 | |
| CKWD-FM "Wild 95.3" Calgary, AB | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKMR-FM 104.5 "More Country" Strathmore, AB | country | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| THE LYNX DISCO CLASSICS | 70s disco, disco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| THE LYNX CLASSIC HITS | classic hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in High River
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bomber Command Museum of Canada | ||||
| Museum of the Highwood | ||||
| Okotoks Museum and Archives |
Libraries in High River
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High River Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Okotoks Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in High River
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in High River
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in High River
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in High River
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in High River
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in High River
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in High River
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in High River
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in High River
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in High River
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in High River
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in High River
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High River Brewing Company | ||||
| Hub Town Brewing |
Airports Near High River
26 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 |
| Agro 1 Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Airdrie Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Appleton Field | - | 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 |
| Claresholm Industrial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cu Nim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| De Winton South Calgary Airport | - | Small Airport |
| High River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Highwood Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rockyford/Early Bird Air Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Strathmore (D.J. Murray) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turner Valley Bar N Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vulcan / Kirkcaldy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vulcan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Rose Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wilderman Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Winters Aire Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in High River
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post | |
| High River Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in High River
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Lutheran Church | |
| High River Alliance Church | |
| High River Full Gospel Church | |
| High River United Church | |
| Saint Francis de Sales | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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What is the population of High River?
High River has a population of 14,324 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,672 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.
Is High River expensive to live in?
The median household income is $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,000 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,280 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is High River safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, High River receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in High River?
High River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches, with 32.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in High River?
The job market in High River faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $957. There are 444 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 14.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in High River?
The median home value in High River is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,280. The homeownership rate is 75.5%.
How are the schools in High River?
11.5% of adults in High River hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.4% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in High River?
The average commute in High River is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of High River?
The racial and ethnic makeup of High River is 82.5% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, 12.8% Asian. 83.4% of residents speak only English at home.