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Irricana, AB

Alberta · Calgary Metro

Irricana is a small town in Alberta with a population of 1,179. Residents earn $91,000 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,179 Population 944/sq mi density
$91,000 Median Income $49,900 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$1,350 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$91,000 median income, 15.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $1,350/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $91,000
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,350
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,179
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density944/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$91,000
Per Capita$49,900
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty6.8%
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$1,350
Ownership88.3%
Housing Units470
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,068 ft (935 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+39.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute39 min

Is Irricana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irricana receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Irricana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irricana is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irricana is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x 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

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Irricana has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches.

Irricana has a population of 1,179 with a density of 944 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.4% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 1.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.3% of residents.

Population

1,179
Total Population
2021 Census
944
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Irricana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 6.8%

Social Characteristics

Irricana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irricana is $91,000, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 37 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 14.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Irricana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,000
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,900
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Irricana is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,350 (16% above the national average of $1,163). 88.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 470 total housing units in the city. 16.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,350
16% above US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.3%
Owner-Occupied88.3%
Renter-Occupied11.7%
Housing Units470

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, Irricana receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Irricana 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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Irricana has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,068 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,068 ft (935 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density944/sq mi
Coordinates51.3237°N, 113.6048°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.6"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Feb 14, 2021.

Feb 14, 2021 5 km N of Banff, Canada M4.1 136 km
Nov 19, 1994 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.0 146 km
Oct 19, 1996 26 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 149 km
Aug 9, 2014 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.8 143 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 113 km
Oct 19, 1996 30 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 141 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 120 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 132 km
Oct 29, 1998 36 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 147 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 99 km
Apr 23, 1999 34 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.0 146 km
Apr 24, 1996 33 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 147 km
Dec 14, 1990 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada M2.8 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 0.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 42°F (5°C) 0.6 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in

Irricana has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 12°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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4.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+39.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density944/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Radio Stations near Irricana

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Squirrel FM — MP3 192 kbps
Beats Radio dance, edm MP3 192 kbps
CFGQ 107.3 "QR Calgary 107 & 770" Calgary, AB corus media, global news MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio 1 Calgary (CBR - 1010 AM, 99.1 FM) blues, classical AAC 48 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
CBC Radio One - Calgary, AB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
Jamz 403 caribbean music, raggae MP3 192 kbps
CFIT-FM "Air 106.1" Airdrie, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CKYR-FM 106.7 "Red FM" Calgary, AB 20 languages, multicultural AAC+ 32 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
CJSW alternative, college MP3 128 kbps
CKWD-FM "Wild 95.3" Calgary, AB country AAC+ 48 kbps
CJLI am700 The Light christian, rock AAC 96 kbps
CKMR-FM 104.5 "More Country" Strathmore, AB country AAC+ 64 kbps
Wild95 — AAC+ 48 kbps
THE LYNX DISCO CLASSICS 70s disco, disco MP3 128 kbps
THE LYNX CLASSIC HITS classic hits MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Irricana

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beef Ring Building
Beiseker Station Museum
Blacksmith Shop
Crown School
Historic Long House
Horse Barn
Horse Barn
Out House
Pioneer Acres of Alberta
Pioneer World
Pole Shed
Ray Howden Collection
Ron Carey Collection
The Grain Academy & Museum
Truck and Car Building
Wind Pump

Libraries in Irricana

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Acme Library0.0
Beiseker Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Irricana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sunterra Popup Market

Hotels in Irricana

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Irricana

Gas Stations in Irricana

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas Plus

Airports Near Irricana

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calgary International AirportYYCLarge Airport
Airdrie Aerodrome—Small Airport
Appleton Field—Small Airport
Beiseker Airport—Small Airport
Bishell's Airport—Small Airport
Black Diamond/Flying R Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Calgary / Christiansen Field—Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks (Rowland Field)—Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks Air Park—Small Airport
Cheadle AirportTILSmall Airport
Chestermere (Kirkby Field) Airport—Small Airport
Cu Nim Airport—Small Airport
De Winton South Calgary Airport—Small Airport
Didsbury/Minty Field—Small Airport
Highwood Airport—Small Airport
Linden Airport—Small Airport
Olds (Netook) Airport—Small Airport
Olds / North 40 Ranch Airstrip—Small Airport
Olds-Didsbury Airport—Small Airport
Rockyford Airport—Small Airport
Rockyford/Early Bird Air Airport—Small Airport
Strathmore (D.J. Murray) Airport—Small Airport
Three Hills Airport—Small Airport
Turner Valley Bar N Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Winters Aire Park Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Irricana

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Irricana Post Office

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Frequently Asked Questions About Irricana

What is the population of Irricana?

Irricana has a population of 1,179 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 944 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 49.4% female and 51.5% male.

Is Irricana expensive to live in?

The median household income is $91,000, 21% 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 $1,350 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Irricana safe?

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

What is the weather like in Irricana?

Irricana has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Irricana?

The job market in Irricana faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 37 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 39 minutes, and 14.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Irricana?

The median home value in Irricana is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,350. The homeownership rate is 88.3%.

How are the schools in Irricana?

4.5% of adults in Irricana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Irricana?

The average commute in Irricana is 39 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Irricana?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Irricana is 94.1% White, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino, 1.7% Asian. 92.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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