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Innisfail, AB

Alberta

Innisfail is a small city in Alberta with a population of 7,985. Residents earn $76,500 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,985 Population 1,066/sq mi density
$76,500 Median Income $51,700 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 292 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$76,500 median income, 11.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $76,500
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,985
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1,066/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$76,500
Per Capita$51,700
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty10.6%
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,100
Ownership70.5%
Housing Units3,350
Rent Burden18.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation3,114 ft (949 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+0.8%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Innisfail a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Innisfail receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Innisfail has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Innisfail is $76,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Innisfail is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x 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

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Innisfail has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 26.0 inches of snow.

Innisfail has a population of 7,985 with a density of 1,066 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 4.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.2% of residents.

Population

7,985
Total Population
2021 Census
1,066
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Innisfail vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.2%
18% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg
Other Languages 6.9%

Social Characteristics

Innisfail vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Innisfail is $76,500, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $994, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 248 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Innisfail vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,500
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,700
Avg Weekly Wage$994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)248

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Innisfail is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 70.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,350 total housing units in the city. 18.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.5%
Owner-Occupied70.5%
Renter-Occupied29.6%
Housing Units3,350

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, Innisfail receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Innisfail 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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Innisfail has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 292 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 20.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,114 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,114 ft (949 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²)
Population Density1,066/sq mi
Coordinates52.0269°N, 113.9507°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.3"
47% below US avg
Snowfall 26.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.7 on Jan 26, 2025.

May 19, 1996 4 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.2 81 km
Feb 14, 2021 5 km N of Banff, Canada M4.1 142 km
Nov 19, 1994 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.0 87 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 104 km
Oct 19, 1996 26 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 89 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 33 km
Aug 9, 2014 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.8 85 km
Jan 26, 2025 58 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.7 135 km
Oct 19, 1996 30 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 84 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 77 km
Aug 13, 1998 67 km NNW of Banff, Canada M3.6 148 km
Oct 29, 1998 36 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 92 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 86 km
May 5, 2005 56 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.4 118 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 91 km
Apr 23, 1999 34 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.0 91 km
Apr 24, 1996 33 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 91 km
Jun 5, 2008 45 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
February 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 0.7 in Coldest

Innisfail has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 13°F in December to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.5").

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8.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,066/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Schools in Innisfail

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Innisfail High School - - - -
Innisfail Middle School - - - -
John Wilson Elementary School - - - -
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Innisfail

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDV "106.7 Rewind Radio" Red Deer, AB 80's, 90's AAC+ 48 kbps
CFDV-FM 106.7 Rewind Radio - AAC+ 48 kbps
CKGY-FM 95.5 Real Country 95.5 - AAC 131 kbps
CJUV-FM 94.1 "Sunny 94" Lacombe, AB (MP3 Stream) classic hits, oldies MP3 56 kbps
CHUB-FM 105.5 Big 105 - AAC+ 48 kbps
CHUB-FM "Big 105.5" Red Deer, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
CIZZ-FM Z 98.9 - AAC 131 kbps
CKRD-FM 90.5 "Shine FM" - AAC 96 kbps
CJUV-FM 94.1 Sunny 94 classic hits, lacombe MP3 56 kbps
CJUV-FM 94.1 "Sunny 94 - MP3 56 kbps
CJUV-FM 94.1 "Sunny 94" Lacombe, AB (AAC Stream) classic hits, oldies AAC+ 63 kbps

Museums in Innisfail

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alberta Sports Hall of Fame
Bible History Museum
Bowden Pioneer Museum
Dinos Creation Museum
Historic Markerville Creamery Museum
Innisfail Historical Village
Mountain View Museum
Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery

Libraries in Innisfail

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bowden Public Library0.0
Olds Municipal Library0.0
Penhold Public Library0.0
RDP Library0.0
Red Deer Public Library0.0
Red Deer Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Innisfail

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bergen Market
Olds Farmer's Market
Signatures Our Best to You Red Deer Handmade Market

Hotels in Innisfail

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western

Cafes in Innisfail

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Coffee Cottage
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Innisfail

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Century Theatre

Zoos in Innisfail

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Discovery Wildlife Park

Dentists in Innisfail

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Day Dental

Gas Stations in Innisfail

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Co-op
Esso
Fas Gas
No Frills
Petro-Canada
UFA Cardlock

Banks in Innisfail

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ATB Financial
RBC
Scotiabank

Shopping Malls in Innisfail

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Co-op Shopping Centre

Golf Courses in Innisfail

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Innisfail Golf Club

Breweries in Innisfail

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dark Woods Brewing & Coffee Roasting
Olds College Teaching Brewery
Troubled Monk

Stadiums & Teams in Innisfail

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Innisfail

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Medicine Lodge Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Innisfail

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Red Deer Regional AirportYQFMedium Airport
Alhambra / Ahlstrom Airport-Small Airport
Anchor 9 Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Beiseker Airport-Small Airport
Big Bend Airport-Small Airport
Bishell's Airport-Small Airport
Didsbury/Minty Field-Small Airport
Hespero Airport-Small Airport
Hillmans Farm Airport-Small Airport
Lacombe Airport-Small Airport
Linden Airport-Small Airport
Olds (Netook) Airport-Small Airport
Olds / North 40 Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Olds-Didsbury Airport-Small Airport
Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) Airport-Small Airport
Red Deer / Truant Airfield-Small Airport
Rimbey Airport-Small Airport
Safron Farms Airport-Small Airport
Sundre / Goodwins Farm Airport-Small Airport
Sundre Airport-Small Airport
Three Hills Airport-Small Airport
Truant South Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Innisfail

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CenterPoint Church
Church of the Nazarene
Innisfail Alliance Church
Innisfail Baptist Church
Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church
Peace Lutheran Church
St. Andrew's Presbysterian Church
St. Mark's Anglican Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Innisfail

What is the population of Innisfail?

Innisfail has a population of 7,985 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,066 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Innisfail expensive to live in?

The median household income is $76,500, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Innisfail safe?

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

What is the weather like in Innisfail?

Innisfail has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches, with 26.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Innisfail?

The job market in Innisfail faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $994. There are 248 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 12.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Innisfail?

The median home value in Innisfail is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,100. The homeownership rate is 70.5%.

How are the schools in Innisfail?

8.2% of adults in Innisfail hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Innisfail?

The average commute in Innisfail is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Innisfail?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Innisfail is 94% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 4.4% Asian. 92.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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