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Rosemary, AB

Alberta

Rosemary is a small town in Alberta with a population of 370. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
370 Population 1,633/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income $45,600 per capita
$170,000 Home Value
$1,150 Median Rent 15.4% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $1,150/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population370
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,633/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$45,600
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty10.8%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$1,150
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units125
Rent Burden15.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation2,448 ft (746 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+35.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min

Is Rosemary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosemary receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Rosemary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosemary is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosemary is $170,000, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. At just 2x 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

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rosemary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches.

Rosemary has a population of 370 with a density of 1,633 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 2.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.4% of residents.

Population

370
Total Population
1,633
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosemary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 16.2%

Social Characteristics

Rosemary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosemary is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $877, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 11 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rosemary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,600
Avg Weekly Wage$877

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosemary is $170,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 125 total housing units in the city. 15.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied24.0%
Housing Units125

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, Rosemary receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rosemary 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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Rosemary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 312 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 13.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,448 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,448 ft (746 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,633/sq mi
Coordinates50.7550°N, 112.0869°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.2"
65% below US avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.60"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in
April 42°F (5°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in

Rosemary has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 10°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.4").

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3.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 92.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+35.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,633/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Rosemary

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Rosemary

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brooks & District Museum

Libraries in Rosemary

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brooks Public Library0.0

Breweries in Rosemary

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Piston Broke Brewing

Airports Near Rosemary

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bassano AirportSmall Airport
Brooks Regional AirportSmall Airport
Drumheller Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ostergard's AirportSmall Airport
Vauxhall AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Rosemary

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rosemary Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rosemary

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Rosemary Mennonite Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rosemary

What is the population of Rosemary?

Rosemary has a population of 370 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,633 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.3% female and 52.7% male.

Is Rosemary expensive to live in?

The median household income is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $170,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rosemary safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rosemary?

Rosemary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.2 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rosemary?

The job market in Rosemary faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 11 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rosemary?

The median home value in Rosemary is $170,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,150. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Rosemary?

3.8% of adults in Rosemary hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rosemary?

The average commute in Rosemary is 26 minutes. 92.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rosemary?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rosemary is 95.8% White, 2.8% Asian. 82.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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