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Munson, AB

Alberta

Munson is a small town in Alberta with a population of 170. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
170 Population 172/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 13.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty12.9%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units85
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+23.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Munson a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Munson is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Munson is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Munson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches.

Munson has a population of 170 with a density of 172 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents.

Population

170
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Munson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Munson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Munson 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 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Munson 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

Unemployment13.6%
278% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Munson is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 85 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 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units85

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, Munson receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Munson 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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Munson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. 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 15.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,710 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates51.5615°N, 112.7428°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.2"
60% below US avg
Snowfall 2.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Mar 4, 2019.

Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.5 in

Munson has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 9°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.4").

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5.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
83% below US avg
High School+23.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Radio Stations near Munson

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHOO-FM "Boom 99.5" Drumheller, AB classic hits, stingray network AAC 133 kbps

Museums in Munson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fossil World Dinosaur Museum
Homestead Antique Museum
Royal Tyrrell Museum

Theme Parks in Munson

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barney‘s Adventure Park

Breweries in Munson

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Valley Brewing

Airports Near Munson

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Appleton FieldSmall Airport
Beiseker AirportSmall Airport
Drumheller Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Linden AirportSmall Airport
Ostergard's AirportSmall Airport
Rockyford AirportSmall Airport
Rockyford/Early Bird Air AirportSmall Airport
Stettler AirportSmall Airport
Three Hills AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Munson

What is the population of Munson?

Munson has a population of 170 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Munson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Munson safe?

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

What is the weather like in Munson?

Munson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Munson?

The job market in Munson faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 12.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Munson?

The median home value in Munson is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Munson?

5.9% of adults in Munson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Munson?

The average commute in Munson is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Munson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Munson is 100% White. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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