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Red Deer, AB
Alberta
Red Deer is a small city in Alberta with a population of 19,933. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Red Deer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Red Deer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Red Deer 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Red Deer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Red Deer is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 12.3%, unemployment is notably high. 9.8% 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 Red Deer is $340,000, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,160 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 116 per 100,000, 94% below the national average.
Education
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.2% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Red Deer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Red Deer vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Red Deer vs U.S. Average
Income: Red Deer vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $85,000 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $56,250 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,082 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.3% |
| 242% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 618 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.3% |
| Public Transit | 2.5% |
| Work from Home | 15.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $340,000 |
| 21% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,160 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 21.4% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 64.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.2% |
| Housing Units | 40,510 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Red Deer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 115.6/100K |
| 94% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 16.0/100K |
| Theft | 82.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 16.7/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.0°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,818 ft (859 m) |
| Area | 1,513.2 sq mi (3,919.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.2668°N, 113.8020°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Red Deer has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 13°F in December to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.0% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 32.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.6% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,513.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.3% |
| Public Transit | 2.5% |
| Work from Home | 15.0% |
Colleges & Universities in Red Deer
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burman University | - | - | - | - | - |
| Red Deer Polytechnic | - | - | - | - | - |
| Red Deer Polytechnic | - | - | - | - | - |
Schools in Red Deer
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koinonia Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Lorenzo Ruiz Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Pines Community School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Teresa of Avila School | - | - | - | - |
| Glendale Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Normandeau Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aspen Heights Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Montfort Centre | - | - | - | - |
| St. Patrick's Community School | - | - | - | - |
| G.H. Dawe School | - | - | - | - |
| Oriole Park Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Fairview School | - | - | - | - |
| RDC Donald School of Buisness | - | - | - | - |
| Westpark Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Martin de Porres School | - | - | - | - |
| West Park Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole La Prairie | - | - | - | - |
| Parkland School | - | - | - | - |
| Poplar Ridge Elementry School | - | - | - | - |
| Poplar Ridge Elementry School | - | - | - | - |
| École Camille J. Lerouge | - | - | - | - |
| Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School | - | - | - | - |
| Central Middle School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Red Deer
11 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 | |
| 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 |
Museums in Red Deer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Sports Hall of Fame | ||||
| Innisfail Historical Village | ||||
| Kerry Wood Nature Centre | ||||
| Michener House Museum | ||||
| Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery |
Libraries in Red Deer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lacombe Memorial Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Penhold Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| RDP Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Red Deer Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Red Deer Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Red Deer Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Red Deer Public Library G.H. Dawe | 0.0 | |||||
| Servus Credit Union Public Library - Blackfalds Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Red Deer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Signatures Our Best to You Red Deer Handmade Market |
Hotels in Red Deer
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Red Deer
21 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Red Deer
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Red Deer
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Red Deer
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Red Deer
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Red Deer
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Red Deer
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Red Deer
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Red Deer
29 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Red Deer
20 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Red Deer
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Red Deer
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Red Deer
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Red Deer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belly Hop Brewing | ||||
| Dark Woods Brewing & Coffee Roasting | ||||
| Sawback Brewing Co. | ||||
| Troubled Monk |
Stadiums & Teams in Red Deer
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Red Deer
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine Lodge Ski Area | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Red Deer
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Red Deer Regional Airport | YQF | Medium Airport |
| Big Bend Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bishell's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Didsbury/Minty Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hespero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hillmans Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lacombe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Linden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olds (Netook) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olds / North 40 Ranch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Olds-Didsbury 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 |
| Three Hills Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Truant South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wetaskiwin Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Red Deer
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Canada Post | |
| Canada Post Red Deer | |
| Pack & Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Red Deer
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ's Corridor | |
| CrossRoads Chruch | |
| Impact Life Church | |
| Kentwood Alliance Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Knox Presbyterian Church | |
| Knox Presbyterian Church | |
| Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd | |
| New Life Fellowship Christian Reformed Church | |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | |
| St. Luke's Anglican Church | |
| Streams Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Unity Baptist Church | |
| West Park Church of the Nazarene |
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What is the population of Red Deer?
Red Deer has a population of 19,933 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,513.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
Is Red Deer expensive to live in?
The median household income is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $340,000 (21% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,160 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Red Deer safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 116 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Red Deer receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Red Deer?
Red Deer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches, with 25.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Red Deer?
The job market in Red Deer faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,082. There are 618 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 15.0% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Red Deer?
The median home value in Red Deer is $340,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,160. The homeownership rate is 64.8%.
How are the schools in Red Deer?
13.0% of adults in Red Deer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.2% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Red Deer?
The average commute in Red Deer is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work, 2.5% use public transit, and 15.0% work from home.
What are the demographics of Red Deer?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Red Deer is 81.1% White, 2% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino, 13.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home.