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Poplar Bay, AB

Alberta

Poplar Bay is a small town in Alberta with a population of 113. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
113 Population 410/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$600,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 5.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$600,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $600,000
113% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age67.0 yrs
Density410/mi²
Male / Female48% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute25 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$600,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units65
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,802 ft (854 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+56.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Poplar Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poplar Bay 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. Poplar Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poplar Bay is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poplar Bay is $600,000, making it a premium housing market at 113% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Poplar Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches.

Poplar Bay has a population of 113 with a density of 410 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 67.0 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.5% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87% of residents.

Population

113
Total Population
410
People / sq mi
67.0yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Poplar Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 13.0%

Social Characteristics

Poplar Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poplar Bay 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 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 4 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 18.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Poplar Bay 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

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)4

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Poplar Bay is $600,000, 113% above 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 65 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 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$600,000
113% above 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 Units65

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, Poplar Bay receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Poplar Bay 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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Poplar Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,802 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.0°F
31% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,802 ft (854 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density410/sq mi
Coordinates53.0113°N, 114.1138°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"
46% below US avg
Snowfall 4.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 10, 2019.

May 19, 1996 4 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.2 92 km
Mar 31, 1997 93 km S of Edson, Canada M4.1 141 km
Nov 19, 1994 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.0 117 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 69 km
Oct 19, 1996 26 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 116 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 78 km
Aug 9, 2014 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.8 118 km
Jun 10, 1997 91 km S of Edson, Canada M3.7 140 km
Oct 19, 1996 30 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 121 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 122 km
Oct 29, 1998 36 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 126 km
Jun 26, 2005 85 km S of Edson, Canada M3.5 146 km
Nov 9, 1994 92 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 145 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 89 km
May 5, 2005 56 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.4 142 km
Oct 8, 2000 93 km S of Edson, Canada M3.3 142 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 109 km
Apr 23, 1999 34 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.0 125 km
Apr 24, 1996 33 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 123 km
Jun 5, 2008 45 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 42°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.9 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 0.7 in

Poplar Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 10°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (0.7").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 56.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+56.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density410/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home18.6%

Ski Resorts Near Poplar Bay

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Medicine Lodge Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Rabbit Hill Snow Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Snow Valley Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Edmonton Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Poplar Bay

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edmonton International AirportYEGLarge Airport
Alhambra / Ahlstrom Airport—Small Airport
Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport—Small Airport
Edmonton / Calmar (Maplelane Farm)—Small Airport
Edmonton / Gartner Airport—Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve (Rose Field) Aerodrome—Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport—Small Airport
Goodwood Field—Small Airport
Hespero Airport—Small Airport
Lacombe Airport—Small Airport
Millet/Creekview Airport—Small Airport
Morrinville Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Parkland Airport—Small Airport
Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) Airport—Small Airport
Red Deer / Truant Airfield—Small Airport
Rimbey Airport—Small Airport
Springdale Airport—Small Airport
Stony Plain (Stony Field) Airport—Small Airport
Sunshine Bay Airport—Small Airport
Truant South Airport—Small Airport
Warburg / Zajes Airport—Small Airport
Wetaskiwin Regional Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Poplar Bay

What is the population of Poplar Bay?

Poplar Bay has a population of 113 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 410 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 67.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.5% female and 47.8% male.

Is Poplar Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $600,000 (113% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Poplar Bay safe?

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

What is the weather like in Poplar Bay?

Poplar Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Poplar Bay?

The unemployment rate in Poplar Bay is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 4 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 18.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Poplar Bay?

The median home value in Poplar Bay is $600,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Poplar Bay?

0.0% of adults in Poplar Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Poplar Bay?

The average commute in Poplar Bay is 25 minutes. 85.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Poplar Bay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Poplar Bay is 100% White. 87% of residents speak only English at home.

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