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Pincher Creek No. 9, AB

Alberta

Pincher Creek No. 9 is a small town in Alberta with a population of 3,240. Residents earn $78,500 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,240 Population 2/sq mi density
$78,500 Median Income $50,400 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 13.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 294 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$78,500 median income, 6.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,500
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

How Pincher Creek No. 9 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,240
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,500
Per Capita$50,400
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty11.0%
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$1,000
Ownership86.6%
Housing Units1,270
Rent Burden13.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation3,786 ft (1,154 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+30.0%
Graduate+4.8%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Pincher Creek No. 9 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pincher Creek No. 9 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 high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Pincher Creek No. 9 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $78,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pincher Creek No. 9 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow.

Pincher Creek No. 9 has a population of 3,240 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,334.3 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (99%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 88% of residents.

Population

3,240
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1,334.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pincher Creek No. 9 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 11.0%

Social Characteristics

Pincher Creek No. 9 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $78,500, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $969, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 100 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 56.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pincher Creek No. 9 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,500
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,400
Avg Weekly Wage$969

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163). 86.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,270 total housing units in the city. 13.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden13.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.6%
Owner-Occupied86.6%
Renter-Occupied13.0%
Housing Units1,270

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, Pincher Creek No. 9 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Pincher Creek No. 9 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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Pincher Creek No. 9 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,786 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,786 ft (1,154 m)
Area1,334.3 sq mi (3,455.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates49.4833°N, 113.9520°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.4"
39% below US avg
Snowfall 6.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 10, 2024.

Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 35 km
Mar 22, 2006 8 km SSW of Rexford, Montana M4.3 116 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 102 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 74 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km SSE of South Browning, Montana M3.8 129 km
Sep 29, 2009 42 km NW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.6 108 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 125 km
Apr 11, 2015 5 km NW of Columbia Falls, Montana M3.5 122 km
Jan 3, 2008 13 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.5 87 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 102 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 116 km
Nov 21, 1992 Western Montana M3.4 72 km
Aug 15, 1996 33 km WNW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 121 km
Nov 17, 1992 39 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.4 111 km
Jan 1, 1993 20 km WSW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 144 km
Mar 5, 1995 2 km NW of Cut Bank, Montana M3.3 149 km
Feb 14, 2012 6 km ESE of Stryker, Montana M3.3 106 km
Jan 12, 2008 38 km W of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.3 39 km
Apr 10, 2018 3 km SSW of Stryker, Montana M3.3 111 km
Jan 3, 2021 19 km ENE of Stryker, Montana M3.2 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MOOSE (73,210 ac, 2001).

Year Name Acres Distance
2001 MOOSE 73,210 93 km
2003 WEDGE CANYON 51,987 72 km
1988 RED BENCH 33,845 81 km
2006 RED EAGLE 32,563 97 km
2003 TRAPPER CREEK FIRE (TRAPPER CREEK) 18,028 79 km
2017 SPRAGUE 16,897 99 km
2018 HOWE RIDGE 14,747 95 km
2003 TRAPPER CREEK FIRE (WOLF GUN) 13,920 86 km
1999 ANACONDA 11,452 89 km
1994 NORTH FORK COMPLEX (ADAIR II) 10,329 86 km
1994 NORTH FORK COMPLEX (STARVATION) 8,990 59 km
1998 KOOTENAI COMPLEX (MCDONALD) 8,061 74 km
2017 UNNAMED 6,755 90 km
2017 GIBRALTER RIDGE 6,299 95 km
2002 FOX CREEK 5,949 92 km
2022 WEASEL 5,752 76 km
2015 REYNOLDS 4,789 92 km
2003 POLL HAVEN 4,495 57 km
2017 ADAIR PEAK 4,421 83 km
2017 WEASEL 3,942 80 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.1 in Driest

Pincher Creek No. 9 has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 19°F in January to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and December the driest (1.1").

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13.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+30.0%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area1,334.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.1%

Museums in Pincher Creek No. 9

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kootenai Brown Museum

Libraries in Pincher Creek No. 9

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Pincher Creek Library0.0

Breweries in Pincher Creek No. 9

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Oldman River Brewing

Ski Resorts Near Pincher Creek No. 9

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Castle Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Pincher Creek No. 9

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pincher Creek AirportWPCMedium Airport
Babb Airport-Small Airport
Beck Farm Airport-Small Airport
Cardston Airport-Small Airport
Claresholm Industrial Airport-Small Airport
Cowley AirportYYMSmall Airport
Fort Macleod (Alcock Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Fort Macleod Airport-Small Airport
Langton Airstrip-Small Airport
Moose City Airport-Small Airport
North Fork Airport-Small Airport
Searight Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pincher Creek No. 9

What is the population of Pincher Creek No. 9?

Pincher Creek No. 9 has a population of 3,240 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,334.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Pincher Creek No. 9 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,500, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Pincher Creek No. 9 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Pincher Creek No. 9 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pincher Creek No. 9?

Pincher Creek No. 9 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches, with 6.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pincher Creek No. 9?

The unemployment rate in Pincher Creek No. 9 is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $969. There are 100 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 56.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Pincher Creek No. 9?

The median home value in Pincher Creek No. 9 is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 86.6%.

How are the schools in Pincher Creek No. 9?

13.8% of adults in Pincher Creek No. 9 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Pincher Creek No. 9?

The average commute in Pincher Creek No. 9 is 28 minutes. 89.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 56.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Pincher Creek No. 9?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pincher Creek No. 9 is 99% White. 88% of residents speak only English at home.

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