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Saddle Hills County, AB

Alberta

Saddle Hills County is a small town in Alberta with a population of 2,338. Residents earn $83,000 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,338 Population 1/sq mi density
$83,000 Median Income $52,800 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$432 Median Rent 12.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$83,000 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $432/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $432
63% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

How Saddle Hills County Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,338
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$52,800
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty15.9%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$432
Ownership93.8%
Housing Units880
Rent Burden12.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation2,625 ft (800 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+33.0%
Graduate+0.8%

Community

Commute29 min

Is Saddle Hills County a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saddle Hills County receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Saddle Hills County offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saddle Hills County is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saddle Hills County is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $432 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x 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

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Saddle Hills County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches.

Saddle Hills County has a population of 2,338 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,250.1 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.4% of residents.

Population

2,338
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2,250.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Saddle Hills County vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 8.6%

Social Characteristics

Saddle Hills County vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saddle Hills County is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,015, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 72 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 50.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saddle Hills County vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,000
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)72

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Saddle Hills County is $300,000, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $432 (63% below the national average of $1,163). 93.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 880 total housing units in the city. 12.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$432
63% below US avg
Rent Burden12.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.8%
Owner-Occupied93.8%
Renter-Occupied6.8%
Housing Units880

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, Saddle Hills County receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saddle Hills County 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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Saddle Hills County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,625 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average34.6°F
36% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,625 ft (800 m)
Area2,250.1 sq mi (5,827.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates55.8634°N, 119.4557°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.8"
53% below US avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Oct 4, 2024.

Apr 14, 2001 44 km NE of Dawson Creek, Canada M5.3 33 km
Dec 26, 1992 14 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M5.0 98 km
May 28, 2013 18 km ESE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 79 km
May 22, 1994 10 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M4.2 93 km
Oct 4, 2024 52 km WNW of Fort St. John, Canada M4.0 148 km
Jun 12, 2001 5 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 95 km
Jan 9, 1993 13 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.9 95 km
Jan 23, 1992 8 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 95 km
Jan 9, 1993 14 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.8 94 km
Jan 30, 1993 15 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 94 km
Feb 11, 1992 16 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.7 97 km
Jan 9, 1993 17 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.6 98 km
Feb 15, 1992 13 km NNE of Fort St. John, Canada M3.4 97 km
Mar 5, 2008 8 km E of Fort St. John, Canada M3.3 89 km
May 3, 1995 36 km E of Sexsmith, Canada M3.3 94 km
Sep 24, 2000 5 km NW of Fort St. John, Canada M3.2 102 km
Oct 3, 2001 British Columbia, Canada M3.2 104 km
May 25, 2003 12 km NNW of Fort St. John, Canada M3.0 107 km
May 22, 1994 10 km NE of Fort St. John, Canada M2.8 93 km
Jan 23, 1992 9 km N of Fort St. John, Canada M2.8 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.9 in
December 10°F (-13°C) 0.9 in

Saddle Hills County has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 8°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.7").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.0% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+33.0%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area2,250.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.9%

Airports Near Saddle Hills County

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dawson Creek AirportYDQMedium Airport
Grande Prairie AirportYQUMedium Airport
Beaverlodge / Clanachan Field—Small Airport
Beaverlodge Airport—Small Airport
Carlstads Airstrip—Small Airport
Spirit River Municipal Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saddle Hills County

What is the population of Saddle Hills County?

Saddle Hills County has a population of 2,338 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,250.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 49.3% female and 51% male.

Is Saddle Hills County expensive to live in?

The median household income is $83,000, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $432 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saddle Hills County safe?

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

What is the weather like in Saddle Hills County?

Saddle Hills County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Saddle Hills County?

Saddle Hills County has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,015. There are 72 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 50.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saddle Hills County?

The median home value in Saddle Hills County is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $432. The homeownership rate is 93.8%.

How are the schools in Saddle Hills County?

7.8% of adults in Saddle Hills County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.0% have completed high school. 0.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Saddle Hills County?

The average commute in Saddle Hills County is 29 minutes. 85% of workers drive alone to work, and 50.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saddle Hills County?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saddle Hills County is 99.3% White. 90.4% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Dawson Creek, BC 12,323 pop · 31.3 mi Peace River D, BC 4,793 pop · 32.4 mi Peace River C, BC 5,947 pop · 34.0 mi Fairview, AB 2,998 pop · 43.7 mi Sexsmith, AB 2,427 pop · 44.1 mi Beaverlodge, AB 2,271 pop · 44.7 mi Clairmont, AB 2,799 pop · 48.8 mi Wembley, AB 1,432 pop · 50.9 mi Westlake, AB 1,363 pop · 51.1 mi Taylor, BC 1,317 pop · 51.4 mi Grande Prairie County No. 1, AB 23,769 pop · 54.4 mi Grande Prairie, AB 64,141 pop · 54.5 mi Birch Hills County, AB 1,516 pop · 57.0 mi Peace River E, BC 2,660 pop · 57.2 mi
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