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Larkspur, AB

Alberta · Edmonton Metro

Larkspur is a small town in Alberta with a population of 53. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
53 Population 535/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature 278 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great 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
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,615
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density535/mi²
Male / Female55% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units25

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+60.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute25 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Larkspur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Larkspur receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Larkspur stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Larkspur 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 Larkspur 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.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Larkspur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Larkspur has a population of 53 with a density of 535 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

53
Total Population
2021 Census
535
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Larkspur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages9.1%

Social Characteristics

Larkspur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Larkspur 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 unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Larkspur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Larkspur is $290,615, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 25 total housing units in the city. 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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units25

Property Tax

In Larkspur, 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: Larkspur 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

Larkspur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 278 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 22.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 2,333 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density535/sq mi
Coordinates53.4794°N, 113.3814°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 0.9 in
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Larkspur has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 12°F in December to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.6").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 60.0% 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. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+60.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density535/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Larkspur

What is the population of Larkspur?

Larkspur has a population of 53 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 535 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 59.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.6% female and 54.6% male.

Is Larkspur expensive to live in?

Larkspur 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 $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.

What is the weather like in Larkspur?

Larkspur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches, with 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Larkspur?

The unemployment rate in Larkspur is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Larkspur?

The median home value in Larkspur is $290,615. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Larkspur?

0.0% of adults in Larkspur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Larkspur?

The obesity rate in Larkspur 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 Larkspur?

The average commute in Larkspur is 25 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Larkspur?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Larkspur is 100% White. 90.9% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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