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Lac Ste. Anne County, AB

Alberta

Lac Ste. Anne County is a small city in Alberta with a population of 10,832. Residents earn $87,000 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,832 Population 10/sq mi density
$87,000 Median Income $54,400 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$87,000 median income, 9.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $87,000
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

How Lac Ste. Anne County Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population10,832
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$87,000
Per Capita$54,400
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty12.5%
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$348,000
Rent$950
Ownership92.2%
Housing Units4,375
Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,352 ft (717 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+30.3%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute39 min

Is Lac Ste. Anne County a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lac Ste. Anne County is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Lac Ste. Anne County is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x 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

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lac Ste. Anne County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches.

Lac Ste. Anne County has a population of 10,832 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,098.8 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents.

Population

10,832
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1,098.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lac Ste. Anne County vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg
Other Languages 4.7%

Social Characteristics

Lac Ste. Anne County vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lac Ste. Anne County is $87,000, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,046, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 336 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 25.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lac Ste. Anne County vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$87,000
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,400
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)336

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.9 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home25.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lac Ste. Anne County is $348,000, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 92.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,375 total housing units in the city. 19.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.2%
Owner-Occupied92.2%
Renter-Occupied7.9%
Housing Units4,375

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, Lac Ste. Anne County receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Lac Ste. Anne County 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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Lac Ste. Anne County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,352 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.1°F
33% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,352 ft (717 m)
Area1,098.8 sq mi (2,845.8 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates53.8315°N, 114.7165°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"
46% below US avg
Snowfall 4.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 10, 2019.

Jun 13, 2015 34 km SSW of Fox Creek, Canada M4.6 149 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 127 km
Sep 29, 1999 17 km NW of Edson, Canada M3.6 128 km
Jun 5, 2008 45 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 147 km
Jan 31, 2008 10 km NNW of Edson, Canada M2.5 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
July 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.7 in

Lac Ste. Anne County has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 7°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (0.6").

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7.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+30.3%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area1,098.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.9 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home25.9%

Libraries in Lac Ste. Anne County

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Darwell Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Lac Ste. Anne County

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Lac Ste. Anne County

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrhead Airport-Small Airport
Drayton Valley Industrial AirportYDCSmall Airport
Goodwood Field-Small Airport
Hnatko Farms Airport-Small Airport
Mayerthorpe Airport-Small Airport
Stony Plain (Stony Field) Airport-Small Airport
Sunshine Bay Airport-Small Airport
Warburg / Zajes Airport-Small Airport
Wildwood / Loche Mist Farms Airstrip-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lac Ste. Anne County

What is the population of Lac Ste. Anne County?

Lac Ste. Anne County has a population of 10,832 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,098.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.

Is Lac Ste. Anne County expensive to live in?

The median household income is $87,000, 16% 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 $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lac Ste. Anne County safe?

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

What is the weather like in Lac Ste. Anne County?

Lac Ste. Anne County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lac Ste. Anne County?

The job market in Lac Ste. Anne County faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,046. There are 336 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 39 minutes, and 25.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lac Ste. Anne County?

The median home value in Lac Ste. Anne County is $348,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. The homeownership rate is 92.2%.

How are the schools in Lac Ste. Anne County?

7.3% of adults in Lac Ste. Anne County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Lac Ste. Anne County?

The average commute in Lac Ste. Anne County is 39 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.1% of workers drive alone to work, 1% use public transit, and 25.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lac Ste. Anne County?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lac Ste. Anne County is 98% White, 1.4% Asian. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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