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Okotoks, AB
Alberta · Calgary Metro
Okotoks is a mid-size city in Alberta with a population of 30,405. Residents earn $117,000 per year, which is 56% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Okotoks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
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A+Crime
C+Climate
Education
CCommunity
Is Okotoks a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Okotoks receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Okotoks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Okotoks is $117,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 56% above $75,149. This places Okotoks among higher-income communities. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Okotoks is $452,000, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,520 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x 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
15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Okotoks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 38.3 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Okotoks vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Okotoks vs U.S. Average
Income: Okotoks vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $117,000 |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $64,400 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,238 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.2% |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 943 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.1% |
| Work from Home | 28.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $452,000 |
| 60% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,520 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 17.2% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.3% |
| Housing Units | 10,480 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Okotoks vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.5°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,527 ft (1,075 m) |
| Area | 14.9 sq mi (38.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,043/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.7289°N, 113.9828°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
Okotoks has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and December the driest (0.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 31.8% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 4.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2,043/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 27.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.1% |
| Work from Home | 28.5% |
Schools in Okotoks
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmount School | - | - | - | - |
| Big Rock School | - | - | - | - |
| St. John Paul II Collegiate | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Trinity Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Beausole | - | - | - | - |
| Meadow Ridge School | - | - | - | - |
| Good Shepherd School | - | - | - | - |
| Percy Pegler Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Foothills Composite High School | - | - | - | - |
| Edison School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Okotoks
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beats Radio | dance, edm | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CBC Radio 1 Calgary (CBR - 1010 AM, 99.1 FM) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CFGQ 107.3 "QR Calgary 107 & 770" Calgary, AB | corus media, global news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFXO-FM 99.7 "Sun Country" High River, AB | country | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CKCE 101.5 Today Radio | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CBC Music Mountain (Calgary, CBR-FM, 102.1 FM, formerly CBC Radio 2) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| 加拿大中文电台FM94.7 | full service | AAC 51 kbps | |
| CKUV-FM "The Eagle 100.9" Okotoks, AB | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 63 kbps | |
| CKYR-FM 106.7 "Red FM" Calgary, AB | 20 languages, multicultural | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Calgary, AB (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKXY 91.5 "Cochrane Now" Cochrane, AB | country | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Wild95 | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB (MP3 Stream) | campus radio, student radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB - (AAC Stream) | campus radio, student radio | AAC 96 kbps | |
| ICI Musique Calgary - 89.7 FM, Edmonton - 101.1 FM (CBCX-FM) | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CJLI am700 The Light | christian, rock | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CJSW | alternative, college | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHFM-FM "Star 95.9" Calgary, AB | adult contemporary, rogers media | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| CKCE-FM 101.5 "Today Radio" Calgary, AB | 80s, 90s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKWD-FM "Wild 95.3" Calgary, AB | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| THE LYNX DISCO CLASSICS | 70s disco, disco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| THE LYNX CLASSIC HITS | classic hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Okotoks
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of the Highwood | ||||
| Okotoks Museum and Archives | ||||
| Tsuut'ina Culture Museum |
Libraries in Okotoks
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary Public Library - Fish Creek | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Shawnessy | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Southwood | 0.0 | |||||
| Calgary Public Library - Southwood | 0.0 | |||||
| High River Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Little Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Okotoks Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Quarry Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seton Calgary Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Okotoks
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granary Road |
Hotels in Okotoks
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Okotoks
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Okotoks
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Okotoks
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Okotoks
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Okotoks
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Okotoks
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Okotoks
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Okotoks
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Okotoks
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Okotoks
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hard Knox Brewery | ||||
| High River Brewing Company | ||||
| Hub Town Brewing | ||||
| Stonyslope Brewing Company | ||||
| Stonyslope Brewing Company |
Airports Near Okotoks
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calgary International Airport | YYC | Large Airport |
| Calgary / Springbank Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| A J Flying Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Agro 1 Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Airdrie Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Anchor 9 Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Appleton Field | - | Small Airport |
| Beiseker Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Black Diamond/Flying R Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brant (Dixon Farm) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calgary / Christiansen Field | - | Small Airport |
| Calgary / Okotoks (Rowland Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Calgary / Okotoks Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Cheadle Airport | TIL | Small Airport |
| Chestermere (Kirkby Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Claresholm Industrial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cu Nim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| De Winton South Calgary Airport | - | Small Airport |
| High River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Highwood Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rockyford/Early Bird Air Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Strathmore (D.J. Murray) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turner Valley Bar N Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vulcan / Kirkcaldy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vulcan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Rose Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wilderman Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Winters Aire Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Okotoks
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post | |
| Okotoks Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Okotoks
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta Precision Laboratories | ||
| AST Active Sport Therapy | ||
| Carewell Medical Clinic & Pharmacy | ||
| Chrysalis Obstetrics & Gynaecology | ||
| Glenmore Maternity & Family Physicians | ||
| Heritage Family Medical | ||
| Heritage Plaza Chiropractic & Massage Therapy | ||
| Lakeview Medical Clinic | ||
| Medilink | ||
| Mountain View Medical Clinic | ||
| Optimum Wellness Centres | ||
| Pinnacle Medical Centres | ||
| Rebel Sleep Institute | ||
| Running Injury Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Okotoks
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross Lutheran Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses | |
| Okotoks Alliance Chruch | |
| Okotoks Evangelical Free Church | |
| Okotoks United Church | |
| St. James Parish | |
| St. Peter's Anglican Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Okotoks
What is the population of Okotoks?
Okotoks has a population of 30,405 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 2,043 people per square mile, spread across 14.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.
Is Okotoks expensive to live in?
The median household income is $117,000, 56% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $452,000 (60% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,520 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Okotoks safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Okotoks receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Okotoks?
Okotoks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches, with 38.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Okotoks?
The job market in Okotoks faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,238. There are 943 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 28.5% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Okotoks?
The median home value in Okotoks is $452,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,520. The homeownership rate is 85.7%.
How are the schools in Okotoks?
15.7% of adults in Okotoks hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Okotoks?
The average commute in Okotoks is 28 minutes. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.1% use public transit, and 28.5% work from home.
What are the demographics of Okotoks?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Okotoks is 92.4% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino, 5.3% Asian. 89.9% of residents speak only English at home.