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Rochon Sands, AB

Alberta

Rochon Sands is a small town in Alberta with a population of 97. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
97 Population 124/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 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
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.6 / 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 $400,000
42% 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 Rochon Sands Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population97
Median Age64.0 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female50% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
Commute15 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$400,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership92.9%
Housing Units70
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation2,579 ft (786 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+40.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute15 min

Is Rochon Sands a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rochon Sands receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Rochon Sands offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rochon Sands 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 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rochon Sands is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rochon Sands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches.

Rochon Sands has a population of 97 with a density of 124 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 64.0 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents.

Population

97
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
64.0yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Rochon Sands vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 5.0%

Social Characteristics

Rochon Sands vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rochon Sands 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 3 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rochon Sands 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)3

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rochon Sands is $400,000, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 92.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 70 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 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.9%
Owner-Occupied92.9%
Renter-Occupied7.1%
Housing Units70

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, Rochon Sands receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rochon Sands 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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Rochon Sands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 62°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 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,579 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,579 ft (786 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates52.4576°N, 112.8821°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.3"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 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 M4.2 143 km
Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 146 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 71 km
Jun 2, 2015 10 km NW of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.7 in

Rochon Sands has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 10°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.6").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 40.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+40.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Museums in Rochon Sands

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Town & Country Museum

Libraries in Rochon Sands

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Stettler Public Library0.0

Zoos in Rochon Sands

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petting zoo

Ski Resorts Near Rochon Sands

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gwynne Valley 0.0 $0

Airports Near Rochon Sands

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bashaw AirportSmall Airport
Bawlf (Blackwells) AirportSmall Airport
Camrose AirportSmall Airport
Marek Farms AirportSmall Airport
Millet/Creekview AirportSmall Airport
Ponoka Industrial (Labrie Field) AirportSmall Airport
Stettler AirportSmall Airport
Wetaskiwin Regional AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rochon Sands

What is the population of Rochon Sands?

Rochon Sands has a population of 97 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 124 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 64.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45% female and 50% male.

Is Rochon Sands expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rochon Sands safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rochon Sands?

Rochon Sands 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 62°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 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rochon Sands?

The unemployment rate in Rochon Sands 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 3 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rochon Sands?

The median home value in Rochon Sands is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 92.9%.

How are the schools in Rochon Sands?

0.0% of adults in Rochon Sands hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rochon Sands?

The average commute in Rochon Sands is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rochon Sands?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rochon Sands is 100% White. 95% of residents speak only English at home.

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