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Mirror, AB

Alberta

Mirror is a small town in Alberta with a population of 481. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
481 Population 401/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$290,615 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 302 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 Mirror Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population481
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density401/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 Units192
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,615 ft (797 m)

Education

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

Community

Commute25 min

Is Mirror a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mirror 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. Mirror offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mirror 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 Mirror 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

Mirror has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches.

Mirror has a population of 481 with a density of 401 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 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

481
Total Population
401
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mirror 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

Mirror vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mirror 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 15 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 18.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mirror 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)15

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 Mirror 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 192 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 Units192

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, Mirror receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Mirror 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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Mirror has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,615 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,615 ft (797 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density401/sq mi
Coordinates52.4668°N, 113.1187°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below US avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 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 M4.2 127 km
Nov 19, 1994 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.0 145 km
Oct 19, 1996 26 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 145 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 130 km
Aug 9, 2014 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.8 143 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 56 km
Oct 19, 1996 30 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 144 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 140 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 129 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 144 km
Apr 24, 1996 33 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.7 in

Mirror has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 10°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.6").

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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 Density401/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Mirror

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (MP3 Stream) new format rebranding, sports news AAC 129 kbps
CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (AAC Stream) new format rebranding, sports news AAC 132 kbps

Libraries in Mirror

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alix Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Mirror

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Whistle Stop

Ski Resorts Near Mirror

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gwynne Valley 0.0 $0

Airports Near Mirror

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bashaw AirportSmall Airport
Bawlf (Blackwells) AirportSmall Airport
Calmar/Wizard Lake AirportSmall Airport
Camrose AirportSmall Airport
Edmonton / Calmar (Maplelane Farm)Small Airport
Lacombe AirportSmall Airport
Marek Farms AirportSmall Airport
Millet/Creekview AirportSmall Airport
Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) AirportSmall Airport
Stettler AirportSmall Airport
Wetaskiwin Regional AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mirror

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mirror Alliance Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mirror

What is the population of Mirror?

Mirror has a population of 481 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 401 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 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 Mirror 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 Mirror safe?

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

What is the weather like in Mirror?

Mirror has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mirror?

The unemployment rate in Mirror 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 15 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 Mirror?

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

How are the schools in Mirror?

32.9% of adults in Mirror 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 Mirror?

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

What are the demographics of Mirror?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mirror 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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