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Parkland, AB

Alberta · Calgary Metro

Parkland is a mid-size city in Alberta with a population of 32,205. Residents earn $115,000 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
32,205 Population 35/sq mi density
$115,000 Median Income $67,000 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,310 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 294 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$115,000 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,310/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $115,000
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,310
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population32,205
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$115,000
Per Capita$67,000
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty7.1%
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,310
Ownership92.1%
Housing Units11,945
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation3,396 ft (1,035 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+31.1%
Graduate+2.9%

Community

Commute33 min

Is Parkland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Parkland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parkland is $115,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 53% above $75,149. This places Parkland among higher-income communities. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkland is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,310 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x 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

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Parkland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches, including 37.6 inches of snow.

Parkland has a population of 32,205 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 917.3 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 52% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92% of residents.

Population

32,205
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
917.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 6.5%

Social Characteristics

Parkland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkland is $115,000, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,288. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 998 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 27.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Parkland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,000
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)998

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home27.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkland is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,310 (13% above the national average of $1,163). 92.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 11,945 total housing units in the city. 16.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,310
13% above US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.1%
Owner-Occupied92.1%
Renter-Occupied8.0%
Housing Units11,945

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, Parkland receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Parkland 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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Parkland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 294 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 37.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,396 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,396 ft (1,035 m)
Area917.3 sq mi (2,375.7 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates50.9147°N, 114.0187°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below US avg
Snowfall 37.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 7, 2023.

Feb 14, 2021 5 km N of Banff, Canada M4.1 113 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 135 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 79 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 149 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 45 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 141 km
Apr 10, 2011 16 km SE of Invermere, Canada M2.9 140 km
Dec 14, 1990 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada M2.8 87 km
Jun 7, 2023 16 km NNW of Elkford, Canada M2.7 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 0.5 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
October 42°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Parkland has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.4").

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10.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.1% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+31.1%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area917.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home27.4%

Radio Stations near Parkland

24 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
加拿大中文电台FM94.7 full service AAC 51 kbps
CBC Music Mountain (Calgary, CBR-FM, 102.1 FM, formerly CBC Radio 2) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Jamz 403 caribbean music, raggae MP3 192 kbps
CFIT-FM "Air 106.1" Airdrie, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 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
CKUV-FM "The Eagle 100.9" Okotoks, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 63 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
CJSW alternative, college MP3 128 kbps
CKWD-FM "Wild 95.3" Calgary, AB country AAC+ 48 kbps
CJLI am700 The Light christian, rock AAC 96 kbps
ICI Musique Calgary - 89.7 FM, Edmonton - 101.1 FM (CBCX-FM) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB - (AAC Stream) campus radio, student radio AAC 96 kbps
CJSW 90.9 University of Calgary, AB (MP3 Stream) campus radio, student radio MP3 128 kbps
THE LYNX DISCO CLASSICS 70s disco, disco MP3 128 kbps
Wild95 - AAC+ 48 kbps
CKXY 91.5 "Cochrane Now" Cochrane, AB country AAC+ 64 kbps
THE LYNX CLASSIC HITS classic hits MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Parkland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canada's Sports Hall Of Fame
Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
Gasoline Alley
Gasoline Alley
Glenbow Museum
Glenbow Museum
National Music Centre
National Music Centre
Okotoks Museum and Archives
Strathmore & Bow Valley Standard Newspaper Office
Strathmore & Bow Valley Standard Newspaper Office
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
The Hangar Flight Museum
The Hangar Flight Museum
The Military Museums
The Military Museums
Tsuut'ina Culture Museum
Wolffe and McVittie Cabin
Wolffe and McVittie Cabin
YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre
YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre

Libraries in Parkland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Calgary Central Library0.0
Calgary Public Library - Bowness0.0
Calgary Public Library - Bowness0.0
Calgary Public Library - Country Hills0.0
Calgary Public Library - Crowfoot0.0
Calgary Public Library - Fish Creek0.0
Calgary Public Library - Forest Lawn0.0
Calgary Public Library - Giuffre Family0.0
Calgary Public Library - Judith Ubach branch (Thorncliffe)0.0
Calgary Public Library - Judith Ubach branch (Thorncliffe)0.0
Calgary Public Library - Louise Riley Branch0.0
Calgary Public Library - Memorial Park0.0
Calgary Public Library - Nose Hill0.0
Calgary Public Library - Prototype: Skyview0.0
Calgary Public Library - Saddletowne0.0
Calgary Public Library - Shawnessy0.0
Calgary Public Library - Southwood0.0
Calgary Public Library - Southwood0.0
Calgary Public Library - Village Square0.0
Calgary Public Library - Village Square0.0
Chestermere Public Library0.0
Gallagher Library0.0
Gallagher Library0.0
High Density Library0.0
Little Library0.0
Nicholls Family Library0.0
Nicholls Family Library0.0
Okotoks Public Library0.0
Quarry Park Library0.0
Reg Erhardt Library0.0
Seton Calgary Public Library0.0
Signal Hill Library0.0
Taylor Family Digital Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Parkland

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Calgary Farmer's Market West
Calgary Farmers' Market
Calgary Farmers' Market
Granary Road
The Mercantile on 9th
V-H Court

Cafes in Parkland

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Annie's Bakery

Breweries in Parkland

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
33 Acres Brewing
33 Acres Brewing
Annex Ale Project
Banded Peak Brewing
Best of Kin
Best of Kin
Born Brewing Co.
Born Brewing Co.
Bow River Brewing
Cabin Brewing Company
Cabin Brewing Company
Citizen Brewing Company
Cold Garden Beverage Company
Delta Brewstilary
Delta Brewstilary
Four Dogs Brewing
Four Dogs Brewing
Good Cheer Brewing
Good Cheer Brewing
Hard Knox Brewery
Hub Town Brewing
Ol' Beautiful Brewing Company
Ol' Beautiful Brewing Company
Oxford Airport Business Park Building D
Stonyslope Brewing Company
Stonyslope Brewing Company
The Dandy Brewing Company and DandyPizza
The Establishment Brewing Company
Two Pillars Brewery
Two Pillars Brewery
Uncommon Cider
Uncommon Cider
Wild Rose Brewery
Zero Issue Brewing
Zero Issue Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Parkland

TeamLeagueDivision
McMahon Stadium
Rose Diamond
Scotiabank Saddledome
Calgary FlamesNHLPacific

Airports Near Parkland

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calgary International AirportYYCLarge Airport
Calgary / Springbank Airport-Medium Airport
A J Flying Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Airdrie Aerodrome-Small Airport
Anchor 9 Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Appleton Field-Small Airport
Beiseker Airport-Small Airport
Bishell's 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 AirportTILSmall Airport
Chestermere (Kirkby Field) Airport-Small Airport
Cu Nim Airport-Small Airport
De Winton South Calgary Airport-Small Airport
Didsbury/Minty Field-Small Airport
High River Airport-Small Airport
Highwood Airport-Small Airport
Linden 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

Treatment Centers in Parkland

102 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adult Addiction Services Calgary
Alberta Back and Neck & Sports Injuries Clinic
Alberta Precision Laboratories
Alberta Precision Laboratories
Alberta Precision Laboratories
Allergy and Asthma Clinic
Alpha House Society
Apex Hearing Systems Ltd.
AST Active Sport Therapy
AvantSleep
Aveiro Sleep
Brennan & Associates
Cadenza Hypnotherapy Centre
Calgary Birth Essentials
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laboratory Services Patient Service Centre
Calgary Laser and Massage
Calgary Women's Imaging Centre
Canada Diagnostic Centre, Brentwood
Canada Diagnostic Centres
Canada Diagnostics Centres
Carewell Medical Clinic & Pharmacy
CarryHealth Compunding
Cascade Orthotics
Cascade Prosthetic Services
Chinook Mall Medical Clinic
Chinook Medical Centre
Chrysalis Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clearview Physical Therapy
Community Health Centre
Dalhousie Station Foot Clinic
Deerfoot Meadows Medical Clinic
Dover Medical Clinic
Elbow Retina Centre
Elite Sports Therapy
Foothills Medical Clinic
Glamorgan Medical Clinic & Pharmacy
Glenmore Maternity & Family Physicians
Glenwood Medical Centre
Grassroots Naturopathic Medicine
H2 Medical Centre
Hearing Loss Clinic
Heritage Family Medical
Heritage Plaza Chiropractic & Massage Therapy
Holistic Institute of Health and Fertility
INLIV
Integra Naturopathics
Killarney Medical Clinic
Kinetics Performance Center
Kingswood Medical Centre
Lakeview Medical Clinic
LASIK MD
Life 'n' Balance Wellness Centre
Lochend Clinic
Marda Loop Medical Clinic
Marlborough Medical Clinic
Maximum Potential Physiotherapy
Mayers Counselling & Psychological Services
Mayfair Diagnostics
Mayfair Diagnostics Westbrook
Mayland Medical Centre
MCI The Doctor’s Office
Medicentre
Medicentres
Medilink
Mission Medical Clinic
Mount Royal Medicentre
Mountain View Medical Clinic
Movement Performance & Health
Natural Health Services
Novocare Medical Clinic
Optimum Wellness Centres
Parkdale Periodontics
Passport Health Chinook - Calgary Travel Clinic
Passport Health Downtown Calgary Travel Clinic
Pinnacle Medical Centres
Power Health Chinook
Prevail Psychology
Rana Respiratory Care Group
Rebel Sleep Institute
Respiratory Homecare Solutions
Running Injury Clinic
Satori Health Centre Greenview
Shaganappi Community Health Centre
Simon's Valley Family Clinic
Spirit Halloween
Storwick & Associates Dermatology & Laser Clinic
Student Wellness Services
Sunridge Medical Gallery
The Rehabilitation Society of Calgary
The Smart Clinic
TransCanada Denture Clinic Ltd.
WELL Health Medical Centres
Wellpoint Health
Youth Health Centre
Zulu Medical Cosmetics

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Frequently Asked Questions About Parkland

What is the population of Parkland?

Parkland has a population of 32,205 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 917.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 52% male.

Is Parkland expensive to live in?

The median household income is $115,000, 53% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,310 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Parkland safe?

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

What is the weather like in Parkland?

Parkland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches, with 37.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Parkland?

The job market in Parkland faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,288. There are 998 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 27.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Parkland?

The median home value in Parkland is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,310. The homeownership rate is 92.1%.

How are the schools in Parkland?

10.1% of adults in Parkland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.1% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Parkland?

The average commute in Parkland is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Parkland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Parkland is 96.9% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 92% of residents speak only English at home.

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