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Redwater, AB

Alberta · Edmonton Metro

Redwater is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,115. Residents earn $78,500 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,115 Population 275/sq mi density
$78,500 Median Income $54,400 per capita
$266,000 Home Value
$1,200 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$78,500 median income, 16.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$266,000 home value, $1,200/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,500
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $266,000
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,200
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.4%
356% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,115
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B
Median Income$78,500
Per Capita$54,400
Unemployment16.4%
Poverty11.7%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,000
Rent$1,200
Ownership67.8%
Housing Units870
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation2,070 ft (631 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+1.2%

Community

Commute32 min

Is Redwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Redwater 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 above-average unemployment. Redwater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Redwater is $78,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.4%, unemployment is notably high. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Redwater is $266,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. 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

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Redwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches.

Redwater has a population of 2,115 with a density of 275 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 2.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.4% of residents.

Population

2,115
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Redwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 5.4%

Social Characteristics

Redwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Redwater is $78,500, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,046, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 16.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 66 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 15.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Redwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,500
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,400
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.4%
356% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Redwater is $266,000, 6% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 67.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 870 total housing units in the city. 24.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,000
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,200
3% above US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.8%
Owner-Occupied67.8%
Renter-Occupied32.2%
Housing Units870

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, Redwater receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Redwater 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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Redwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,070 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,070 ft (631 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates53.9502°N, 113.1020°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.3"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
October 40°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.9 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.7 in

Redwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 4°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.6").

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8.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Schools in Redwater

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Redwater School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Redwater

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHBN-FM "KISS 91.7" Edmonton, AB contemporary hits, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
ICI Radio-Canada Première Edmonton - 90.1 FM (CHFA-FM) classical, french culture AAC 48 kbps
CIUP-FM "Up 99.3" Edmonton, AB adult hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CBC Radio One Edmonton cbc, features MP3 128 kbps
Sonic 102.9 - AAC+ 48 kbps
CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (AAC Stream) 80's, 90's AAC+ 57 kbps
CHAH "My Radio 580" Edmonton, AB multicultural, multilingual MP3 69 kbps
CKFT "Mix 107.9" Fort Saskatchewan, AB adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CKNO-FM "Now 102.3" Edmonton, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
Rumsey Retro Radio old time radio MP3 80 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Alberta (Edmonton, AB) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKPW-FM 107.1 "Play 107" Edmonton, AB rhythmic adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CINZ NET Radio dance, edm MP3
Radio Canada Ici Première (Alberta) Edmonton radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (MP3 Stream) 80's, 90's MP3 128 kbps
CJCA AM930 The Light christian, education AAC 95 kbps
CHED 630 "Global News Radio" Edmonton, AB news talk AAC+ 57 kbps

Museums in Redwater

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort Heritage Precinct
Gibbons Museum
Walker School

Libraries in Redwater

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fort Saskatchewan Public Library0.0
Gibbons Public Library0.0
Metro Kalyn Community Library0.0

Hotels in Redwater

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn
Paradise Inn & Suites Redwater

Cafes in Redwater

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Redwater

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Fas Gas
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada

Golf Courses in Redwater

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Redwater Community Golf Club

Ski Resorts Near Redwater

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Rabbit Hill Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Edmonton Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sunridge Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tawaitnaw Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Redwater

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edmonton International AirportYEGLarge Airport
Boyle Airport-Small Airport
Chipman Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Cooking Lake Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Gartner Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Josephburg Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Lechelt Field-Small Airport
Edmonton / Twin Island Airpark-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve (Rose Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton/Morinville (Currie Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton/Morinville (Mike's Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Morrinville Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Parkland Airport-Small Airport
Tofield Airport-Small Airport
Westlock Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Redwater

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Redwater

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church

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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Frequently Asked Questions About Redwater

What is the population of Redwater?

Redwater has a population of 2,115 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 275 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Redwater expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,500, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $266,000 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Redwater safe?

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

What is the weather like in Redwater?

Redwater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Redwater?

The job market in Redwater faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,046. There are 66 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 15.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Redwater?

The median home value in Redwater is $266,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200. The homeownership rate is 67.8%.

How are the schools in Redwater?

8.0% of adults in Redwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Redwater?

The average commute in Redwater is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Redwater?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Redwater is 94.2% White, 1% Black or African American, 2.9% Asian. 93.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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