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Provost, AB

Alberta

Provost is a small town in Alberta with a population of 1,900. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,900 Population 1,036/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $54,950 per capita
$240,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 12.4% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,000
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,900
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,036/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$54,950
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty9.8%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,000
Rent$850
Ownership79.7%
Housing Units765
Rent Burden12.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation2,192 ft (668 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+33.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute17 min

Is Provost a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Provost receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Provost offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Provost is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Provost is $240,000, 15% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Provost has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches.

Provost has a population of 1,900 with a density of 1,036 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 2.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.6% of residents.

Population

1,900
Total Population
2021 Census
1,036
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Provost vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 6.8%

Social Characteristics

Provost vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Provost is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,950 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,057, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 59 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Provost vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Provost is $240,000, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 79.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 765 total housing units in the city. 12.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,000
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden12.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.7%
Owner-Occupied79.7%
Renter-Occupied20.3%
Housing Units765

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, Provost receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Provost 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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Provost has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,192 feet.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.1°F
33% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,192 ft (668 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density1,036/sq mi
Coordinates52.3501°N, 110.2683°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below US avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 5°F (-15°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.7 in

Provost has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 5°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.5").

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9.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+33.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,036/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Airports Near Provost

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Consort Airport—Small Airport
Macklin Airport—Small Airport
Mud Butte Airport—Small Airport
Neilburg Airport—Small Airport
New Brigden Airport—Small Airport
New Brigden Northwest Number 1 Airport—Small Airport
New Brigden Northwest Number 2 Airport—Small Airport
Provost Airport—Small Airport
Wainwright Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Provost

What is the population of Provost?

Provost has a population of 1,900 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,036 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Provost expensive to live in?

The median household income is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $240,000 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Provost safe?

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

What is the weather like in Provost?

Provost has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Provost?

The unemployment rate in Provost is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,057. There are 59 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Provost?

The median home value in Provost is $240,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $850. The homeownership rate is 79.7%.

How are the schools in Provost?

9.0% of adults in Provost hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Provost?

The average commute in Provost is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Provost?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Provost is 93.6% White, 2.5% Asian. 92.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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