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Ponoka, AB
Alberta
Ponoka is a small city in Alberta with a population of 9,998. Residents earn $77,000 per year, which is 2% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Ponoka Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
BHousing
A+Crime
C+Climate
Education
DCommunity
Is Ponoka a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ponoka receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ponoka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ponoka is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. 10.5% 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 Ponoka is $258,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x 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
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.7% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Ponoka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Ponoka vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ponoka vs U.S. Average
Income: Ponoka vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,000 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,320 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.5% |
| 164% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.5% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $258,000 |
| 8% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 16.3% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 27.1% |
| Housing Units | 3,085 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Ponoka 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 | 41.8°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,667 ft (813 m) |
| Area | 1,084.2 sq mi (2,808.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6768°N, 113.5815°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
Ponoka has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 13°F in December to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and December the driest (0.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.4% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 32.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,084.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 21.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
Schools in Ponoka
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponoka Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Augustine School | - | - | - | - |
| Ponoka Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Brick Learning Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Ponoka Secondary Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Woodlands Adventist School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ponoka
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFDV "106.7 Rewind Radio" Red Deer, AB | 80's, 90's | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CFDV-FM 106.7 Rewind Radio | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CKGY-FM 95.5 Real Country 95.5 | - | AAC 131 kbps | |
| CJUV-FM 94.1 "Sunny 94" Lacombe, AB (MP3 Stream) | classic hits, oldies | MP3 56 kbps | |
| CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (MP3 Stream) | new format rebranding, sports news | AAC 129 kbps | |
| CHUB-FM 105.5 Big 105 | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CHUB-FM "Big 105.5" Red Deer, AB | hot adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CIZZ-FM Z 98.9 | - | AAC 131 kbps | |
| CKRD-FM 90.5 "Shine FM" | - | AAC 96 kbps | |
| CJUV-FM 94.1 Sunny 94 | classic hits, lacombe | MP3 56 kbps | |
| CJUV-FM 94.1 "Sunny 94 | - | MP3 56 kbps | |
| CJUV-FM 94.1 "Sunny 94" Lacombe, AB (AAC Stream) | classic hits, oldies | AAC+ 63 kbps | |
| CKJR "Sports 1440" Wetaskiwin, AB (AAC Stream) | new format rebranding, sports news | AAC 132 kbps |
Museums in Ponoka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michener House Museum |
Libraries in Ponoka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lacombe Memorial Centre | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ponoka
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ponoka
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ponoka
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ponoka
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ponoka
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ponoka
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ponoka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siding 14 Brewing Company |
Ski Resorts Near Ponoka
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine Lodge Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gwynne Valley | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ponoka
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edmonton International Airport | YEG | Large Airport |
| Red Deer Regional Airport | YQF | Medium Airport |
| Bashaw Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Big Bend Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Calmar (Maplelane Farm) | - | Small Airport |
| Edmonton / Gartner Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Goodwood Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hillmans Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lacombe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Millet/Creekview Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Red Deer / Truant Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rimbey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Safron Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Springdale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Truant South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wetaskiwin Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ponoka
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ponoka Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ponoka
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ponoka First Baptist Church | |
| Ponoka Seventh-Day Adventist Church | |
| Ponoka United Church | |
| St. Augustine Catholic Church | |
| St. Mary's Anglican Church |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ponoka
What is the population of Ponoka?
Ponoka has a population of 9,998 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,084.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.
Is Ponoka expensive to live in?
The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $258,000 (8% below 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 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Ponoka safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ponoka receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Ponoka?
Ponoka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches, with 24.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Ponoka?
The job market in Ponoka faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $968. There are 310 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 7.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Ponoka?
The median home value in Ponoka is $258,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 72.9%.
How are the schools in Ponoka?
9.4% of adults in Ponoka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.7% have completed high school. 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Ponoka?
The average commute in Ponoka is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Ponoka?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Ponoka is 88.7% White, 1% Black or African American, 9.8% Asian. 86.5% of residents speak only English at home.