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La Crête, AB

Alberta

La Crête is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,911. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,911 Population 280/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
31°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$290,615 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,911
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,615
Rent$1,091
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units1,164
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-0°C)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is La Crête a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Crête receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. La Crête offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Crête is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Crête is $290,615, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

La Crête has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F. Winters average -6°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 15.3 inches.

La Crête has a population of 2,911 with a density of 280 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 3.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.2% of residents.

Population

2,911
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

La Crête vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 14.0%

Social Characteristics

La Crête vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Crête is $82,896, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,913 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $979, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 90 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 18.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: La Crête vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,896
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913
Avg Weekly Wage$979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in La Crête is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,164 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,615
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units1,164

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, La Crête receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: La Crête 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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La Crête has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 68°F. 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 15.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet.

Temperature

-6°F Jan (-21°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average31.2°F
42% below US avg
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates58.1835°N, 116.4027°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.3"
60% below US avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.60"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.67"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -6°F (-21°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 2°F (-17°C) 0.7 in
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.8 in
April 36°F (2°C) 0.7 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in
October 36°F (2°C) 1.1 in
November 14°F (-10°C) 0.9 in
December -2°F (-19°C) 0.8 in

La Crête has a seasonal temperature swing of 68°F / from -6°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and April the driest (0.7").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 85.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Schools in La Crête

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
La Crête Public School
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Clinics in La Crête

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alberta Health Services- La Crete Urgent and Long Term Care

Gas Stations in La Crête

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Crête Car and Truck Wash

Airports Near La Crête

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fort Vermilion AirportSmall Airport
La Crete AirportSmall Airport
Prairie Point AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Crête

What is the population of La Crête?

La Crête has a population of 2,911 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 280 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is La Crête expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $290,615 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is La Crête safe?

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

What is the weather like in La Crête?

La Crête has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average -6°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 15.3 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in La Crête?

The unemployment rate in La Crête is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 90 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 18.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in La Crête?

The median home value in La Crête is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in La Crête?

32.9% of adults in La Crête hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in La Crête?

The average commute in La Crête is 25 minutes. 85.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of La Crête?

The racial and ethnic makeup of La Crête is 94.1% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 3.5% Asian. 84.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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