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Sedgewick, AB

Alberta

Sedgewick is a small town in Alberta with a population of 761. Residents earn $75,500 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
761 Population 727/sq mi density
$75,500 Median Income $49,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$75,500 median income, 13.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,500
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.9%
286% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population761
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density727/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$75,500
Per Capita$49,800
Unemployment13.9%
Poverty12.6%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,100
Ownership83.1%
Housing Units355
Rent Burden12.5%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+37.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Sedgewick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sedgewick receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sedgewick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sedgewick is $75,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.9%, unemployment is notably high. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sedgewick is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 2.6x 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

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sedgewick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches.

Sedgewick has a population of 761 with a density of 727 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.7% of residents.

Population

761
Total Population
727
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Sedgewick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 4.6%

Social Characteristics

Sedgewick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sedgewick is $75,500, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $958, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 24 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Sedgewick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,500
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,800
Avg Weekly Wage$958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.9%
286% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sedgewick is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 83.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 355 total housing units in the city. 12.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.1%
Owner-Occupied83.1%
Renter-Occupied18.3%
Housing Units355

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, Sedgewick receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sedgewick 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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Sedgewick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,198 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density727/sq mi
Coordinates52.7765°N, 111.6954°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.5"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.6 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.6 in

Sedgewick has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 7°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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9.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+37.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density727/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Schools in Sedgewick

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Central High Sedgewick Public Schoo
Central High Sedgewick Public Schoo
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Clinics in Sedgewick

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sedgewick Medical Centre

Gas Stations in Sedgewick

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centex

Golf Courses in Sedgewick

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sedgewick Golf Club

Airports Near Sedgewick

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Castor AirportSmall Airport
CFB Wainwright Field 21 AirportSmall Airport
Coronation AirportYCTSmall Airport
Hardisty AirportSmall Airport
Irma AirportSmall Airport
Killam-Sedgewick AirportSmall Airport
Paintearth (Fetaz) AirstripSmall Airport
Vegreville AirportSmall Airport
Viking (South) AirportSmall Airport
Viking AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sedgewick

What is the population of Sedgewick?

Sedgewick has a population of 761 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 727 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Sedgewick expensive to live in?

The median household income is $75,500, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sedgewick safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sedgewick?

Sedgewick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.5 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sedgewick?

The job market in Sedgewick faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $958. There are 24 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 17.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sedgewick?

The median home value in Sedgewick is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,100. The homeownership rate is 83.1%.

How are the schools in Sedgewick?

9.5% of adults in Sedgewick hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Sedgewick?

The average commute in Sedgewick is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sedgewick?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sedgewick is 98.7% White. 94.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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