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Rimbey, AB

Alberta

Rimbey is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,470. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,470 Population 562/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $42,480 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 15.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.8%
339% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,470
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density562/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$42,480
Unemployment15.8%
Poverty16.9%
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,000
Rent$850
Ownership73.3%
Housing Units1,105
Rent Burden22.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation3,005 ft (916 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+30.1%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Rimbey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rimbey receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rimbey has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rimbey is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rimbey is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x 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

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rimbey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches.

Rimbey has a population of 2,470 with a density of 562 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53% female and 47% male. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 4.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents.

Population

2,470
Total Population
2021 Census
562
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Rimbey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 7.5%

Social Characteristics

Rimbey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rimbey is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,480. The average weekly wage is $817, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 77 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rimbey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,480
Avg Weekly Wage$817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.8%
339% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)77

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rimbey is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 73.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,105 total housing units in the city. 22.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.3%
Owner-Occupied73.3%
Renter-Occupied26.7%
Housing Units1,105

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, Rimbey receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rimbey 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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Rimbey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 59°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 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,005 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,005 ft (916 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density562/sq mi
Coordinates52.6334°N, 114.2353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"
46% below US avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.82"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

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 58 km
Mar 31, 1997 93 km S of Edson, Canada M4.1 131 km
Nov 19, 1994 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M4.0 82 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 53 km
Oct 19, 1996 26 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 81 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 41 km
Aug 9, 2014 27 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.8 82 km
Jun 10, 1997 91 km S of Edson, Canada M3.7 131 km
Oct 19, 1996 30 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 84 km
Nov 11, 1990 33 km SSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.6 84 km
Oct 29, 1998 36 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 91 km
Jun 26, 2005 85 km S of Edson, Canada M3.5 139 km
Nov 9, 1994 92 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 132 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 58 km
May 5, 2005 56 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.4 111 km
Oct 8, 2000 93 km S of Edson, Canada M3.3 133 km
Feb 25, 1996 21 km WSW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.1 76 km
Apr 23, 1999 34 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.0 89 km
Apr 24, 1996 33 km SW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 88 km
Jun 5, 2008 45 km WNW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M2.9 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 0.7 in

Rimbey has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 9°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.6").

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6.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.1% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
79% below US avg
High School+30.1%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density562/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Radio Stations near Rimbey

7 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
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

Hotels in Rimbey

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Quality Inn & Suites Rimbey

Veterinaries in Rimbey

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4976135423

Gas Stations in Rimbey

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4976137621
Co-op
Esso
Fas Gas
GTI
Shell

Banks in Rimbey

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ATB Financial

Breweries in Rimbey

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hawk Tail Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Rimbey

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Medicine Lodge Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Rimbey

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edmonton International AirportYEGLarge Airport
Red Deer Regional AirportYQFMedium Airport
Alhambra / Ahlstrom Airport-Small Airport
Big Bend Airport-Small Airport
Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport-Small Airport
Drayton Valley Industrial AirportYDCSmall Airport
Edmonton / Calmar (Maplelane Farm)-Small Airport
Goodwood Field-Small Airport
Hespero Airport-Small Airport
Hillmans Farm Airport-Small Airport
Lacombe Airport-Small Airport
Millet/Creekview Airport-Small Airport
Olds / North 40 Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) Airport-Small Airport
Red Deer / Truant Airfield-Small Airport
Rimbey Airport-Small Airport
Rocky Mountain House AirportYRMSmall Airport
Safron Farms Airport-Small Airport
Springdale Airport-Small Airport
Truant South Airport-Small Airport
Warburg / Zajes Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rimbey

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Rimbey Christian Reformed Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rimbey

What is the population of Rimbey?

Rimbey has a population of 2,470 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 562 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53% female and 47% male.

Is Rimbey expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% 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 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rimbey safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rimbey?

Rimbey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°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 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rimbey?

The job market in Rimbey faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $817. There are 77 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 8.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rimbey?

The median home value in Rimbey is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $850. The homeownership rate is 73.3%.

How are the schools in Rimbey?

6.9% of adults in Rimbey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.1% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rimbey?

The average commute in Rimbey is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rimbey?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rimbey is 94.4% White, 4.3% Asian. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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