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Killam, AB

Alberta

Killam is a small town in Alberta with a population of 918. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
918 Population 372/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $63,200 per capita
$210,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 11.3% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,000 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $210,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population918
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density372/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$63,200
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty9.6%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units400
Rent Burden11.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+37.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Killam a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Killam is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.6% 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 Killam is $210,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Killam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Killam has a population of 918 with a density of 372 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (98.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

918
Total Population
2021 Census
372
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Killam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages3.3%

Social Characteristics

Killam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Killam is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $63,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Killam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Killam is $210,000, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). There are 400 total housing units in the city. 11.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,000
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden11.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.3%
Renter-Occupied13.8%
Housing Units400

Property Tax

In Killam, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Killam 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

Killam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 307 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 15.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,228 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,228 ft (679 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density372/sq mi
Coordinates52.7834°N, 111.8518°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 40°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.6 in

Killam has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F — from 7°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

8.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 91.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+37.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density372/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Killam

What is the population of Killam?

Killam has a population of 918 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 372 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 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 50% female and 50% male.

Is Killam expensive to live in?

Killam is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $210,000 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Killam?

Killam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Killam?

The unemployment rate in Killam is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 8.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Killam?

The median home value in Killam is $210,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800.

How are the schools in Killam?

8.9% of adults in Killam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Killam?

The obesity rate in Killam is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Killam?

The average commute in Killam is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Killam?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Killam is 98.8% White. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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