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Millet, AB

Alberta

Millet is a small town in Alberta with a population of 1,890. Residents earn $81,000 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,890 Population 739/sq mi density
$81,000 Median Income $51,000 per capita
$276,000 Home Value
$1,210 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$81,000 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$276,000 home value, $1,210/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $81,000
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $276,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,210
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,890
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density739/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,000
Per Capita$51,000
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty10.8%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$276,000
Rent$1,210
Ownership82.5%
Housing Units800
Rent Burden18.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation2,474 ft (754 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+33.9%
Graduate+1.6%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Millet a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millet is $81,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millet is $276,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,210 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x 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

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Millet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches.

Millet has a population of 1,890 with a density of 739 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.9% Black, 1.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.6% of residents.

Population

1,890
Total Population
2021 Census
739
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Millet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 6.1%

Social Characteristics

Millet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millet is $81,000, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $981, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 59 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 6.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Millet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,000
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,000
Avg Weekly Wage$981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Millet is $276,000, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,210 (4% above the national average of $1,163). 82.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 800 total housing units in the city. 18.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,210
4% above US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.5%
Owner-Occupied82.5%
Renter-Occupied17.5%
Housing Units800

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, Millet receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Millet 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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Millet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,474 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,474 ft (754 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density739/sq mi
Coordinates53.0942°N, 113.4706°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.2"
50% below US avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 10, 2019.

May 19, 1996 4 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.2 129 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 112 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 91 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 128 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 147 km
Jun 5, 2008 45 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.7 in

Millet has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 9°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.6").

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4.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 86% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.9% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+33.9%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density739/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Schools in Millet

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Griffiths-Scott School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Millet

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHBN-FM "KISS 91.7" Edmonton, AB contemporary hits, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
630 CHED hockey, news MP3 128 kbps
ICI Radio-Canada Première Edmonton - 90.1 FM (CHFA-FM) classical, french culture AAC 48 kbps
CIUP-FM "Up 99.3" Edmonton, AB adult hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CBC Radio One Edmonton cbc, features MP3 128 kbps
Sonic 102.9 - AAC+ 48 kbps
CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (MP3 Stream) new format rebranding, sports news AAC 129 kbps
CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (AAC Stream) 80's, 90's AAC+ 57 kbps
CHAH "My Radio 580" Edmonton, AB multicultural, multilingual MP3 69 kbps
Edmonton Sports Talk sports talk MP3 96 kbps
CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (AAC Stream) new format rebranding, sports news AAC 132 kbps
Rumsey Retro Radio old time radio MP3 80 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Alberta (Edmonton, AB) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKPW-FM 107.1 "Play 107" Edmonton, AB rhythmic adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CINZ NET Radio dance, edm MP3
Radio Canada Ici Première (Alberta) Edmonton radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (MP3 Stream) 80's, 90's MP3 128 kbps
CJCA AM930 The Light christian, education AAC 95 kbps
CHED 630 "Global News Radio" Edmonton, AB news talk AAC+ 57 kbps
CKNO-FM "Now 102.3" Edmonton, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Millet

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aviation Display Hangar
Reynolds-Alberta Museum
St. Jacques Heritage House
Wetaskiwin & District Heritage Museum

Libraries in Millet

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Leduc Public Library0.0
Wetaskiwin Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Millet

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fas Gas
Petro-Canada

Breweries in Millet

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Leduc Brewing Company

Ski Resorts Near Millet

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gwynne Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rabbit Hill Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Edmonton Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sunridge Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Millet

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edmonton International AirportYEGLarge Airport
Bashaw Airport-Small Airport
Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport-Small Airport
Camrose Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Calmar (Maplelane Farm)-Small Airport
Edmonton / Cooking Lake Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Gartner Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Josephburg Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Lechelt Field-Small Airport
Edmonton / Twin Island Airpark-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve (Rose Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton/Morinville (Currie Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton/Morinville (Mike's Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Goodwood Field-Small Airport
Lacombe Airport-Small Airport
Marek Farms Airport-Small Airport
Millet/Creekview Airport-Small Airport
Morrinville Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Parkland Airport-Small Airport
Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) Airport-Small Airport
Stony Plain (Stony Field) Airport-Small Airport
Wetaskiwin Regional Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Millet

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Peace Hills Zions

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Frequently Asked Questions About Millet

What is the population of Millet?

Millet has a population of 1,890 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 739 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Millet expensive to live in?

The median household income is $81,000, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $276,000 (2% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,210 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Millet safe?

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

What is the weather like in Millet?

Millet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Millet?

The job market in Millet faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $981. There are 59 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 6.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Millet?

The median home value in Millet is $276,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,210. The homeownership rate is 82.5%.

How are the schools in Millet?

4.6% of adults in Millet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.9% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Millet?

The average commute in Millet is 29 minutes. 87.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Millet?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Millet is 93.7% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 1.9% Asian. 92.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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