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St. Albert, AB

Alberta · Edmonton Metro

St. Albert is a mid-size city in Alberta with a population of 68,232. Residents earn $117,000 per year, which is 56% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
68,232 Population 3,694/sq mi density
$117,000 Median Income $70,400 per capita
$424,000 Home Value
$1,490 Median Rent 17.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 278 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$117,000 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$424,000 home value, $1,490/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $117,000
56% higher than US avg
Home Value $424,000
50% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,490
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68,232
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,694/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$117,000
Per Capita$70,400
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty4.9%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$424,000
Rent$1,490
Ownership82.9%
Housing Units25,940
Rent Burden17.8%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+28.3%
Graduate+6.2%

Community

Commute24 min

Is St. Albert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Albert receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. St. Albert offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Albert is $117,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 56% above $75,149. This places St. Albert among higher-income communities. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Albert is $424,000, 50% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,490 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. 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

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Albert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.1 inches, including 29.7 inches of snow.

St. Albert has a population of 68,232 with a density of 3,694 people per square mile, spread across 18.5 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.6% Black, 6.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.8% of residents.

Population

68,232
Total Population
2021 Census
3,694
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
18.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Albert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.8%
9% above US avg
Spanish 2.8%
79% below US avg
Other Languages 11.5%

Social Characteristics

St. Albert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Albert is $117,000, which is 56% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $70,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,354. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 79 business establishments, including 43 restaurants. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 31.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Albert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$117,000
56% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,400
Avg Weekly Wage$1,354

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)79

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare6
Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home31.8%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Albert is $424,000, 50% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,490 (28% above the national average of $1,163). 82.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 25,940 total housing units in the city. 17.8% 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$424,000
50% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,490
28% above US avg
Rent Burden17.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.9%
Owner-Occupied82.9%
Renter-Occupied17.1%
Housing Units25,940

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, St. Albert receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: St. Albert 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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St. Albert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 278 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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 29.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,198 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,198 ft (670 m)
Area18.5 sq mi (47.8 km²)
Population Density3,694/sq mi
Coordinates53.6334°N, 113.6353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below US avg
Snowfall 29.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 10, 2019.

Mar 10, 2019 37 km N of Rocky Mountain House, Canada M3.9 138 km
Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 0.9 in
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 0.8 in Coldest

St. Albert has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 13°F in December to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.6").

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19.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 43% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 6 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+28.3%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3,694/sq mi
Total Area18.5 sq mi

Services

Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants43
Retail Stores3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home31.8%

Schools in St. Albert

28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Leo Nickerson School - - - -
Vincent J. Maloney Catholic Junior High School - - - -
St. Albert Catholic High School - - - -
William D. Cuts Junior High School - - - -
Bertha Kennedy Catholic Community School - - - -
Ronald Harvey Elementary School - - - -
Sister Alphonse Academy - - - -
Joseph M. Demko School - - - -
Lois E. Hole Elementary School - - - -
Holy Family Catholic School - - - -
Ecole La Mission - - - -
Hillgrove School - - - -
Albert Lacombe Catholic School - - - -
Wild Rose Elementary School - - - -
Father Jan School - - - -
École secondaire Sainte Marguerite d'Youville - - - -
École Sacre-Coeur - - - -
Kinosayo Elementary School - - - -
Neil M. Ross Catholic School - - - -
Sir Alexander Mackenzie School - - - -
Richard S. Fowler Catholic Junior High School - - - -
Lorne Akins Junior High School - - - -
Sturgeon Heights School - - - -
Paul Kane High School - - - -
Muriel Martin Elementary School - - - -
École Alexandre-Taché - - - -
J.J. Nearing Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Bellerose Composite High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near St. Albert

19 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHBN-FM "KISS 91.7" Edmonton, AB contemporary hits, rogers media AAC+ 47 kbps
630 CHED hockey, news MP3 128 kbps
ICI Radio-Canada Première Edmonton - 90.1 FM (CHFA-FM) classical, french culture AAC 48 kbps
CIUP-FM "Up 99.3" Edmonton, AB adult hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CBC Radio One Edmonton cbc, features MP3 128 kbps
Sonic 102.9 - AAC+ 48 kbps
CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (AAC Stream) 80's, 90's AAC+ 57 kbps
CHAH "My Radio 580" Edmonton, AB multicultural, multilingual MP3 69 kbps
CKNG-FM "The Chuck 92.5" Edmonton, AB (MP3 Stream) 80's, 90's MP3 128 kbps
CKFT "Mix 107.9" Fort Saskatchewan, AB adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
Edmonton Sports Talk sports talk MP3 96 kbps
Rumsey Retro Radio old time radio MP3 80 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique Alberta (Edmonton, AB) blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CKPW-FM 107.1 "Play 107" Edmonton, AB rhythmic adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CINZ NET Radio dance, edm MP3
Radio Canada Ici Première (Alberta) Edmonton radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CJCA AM930 The Light christian, education AAC 95 kbps
CHED 630 "Global News Radio" Edmonton, AB news talk AAC+ 57 kbps
CKNO-FM "Now 102.3" Edmonton, AB hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in St. Albert

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alberta Aviation Museum
Archives and Museum
Art Gallery of Alberta
Bennett Centre
Calgary and Edmonton Railway Museum
Earth Sciences Museum
Edmonton Radial Railway Society
Fort Edmonton Park
Heritage Museum
Indigenous Peoples Experience
John Janzen Nature Centre
John Walter Museum
Legislative Assembly Interpretive Centre
Little White Schoolhouse
Musée Morinville Museum
Namao Museum
Neon Sign Museum
Prince of Wales Armouries
Royal Alberta Museum
Rutherford House
Telus World of Science
Ukrainian Canadian Archive and Museum of Alberta

Libraries in St. Albert

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arnold Guebert Library0.0
Calder Library0.0
Cameron Library0.0
Clareview Library0.0
Clareview Library0.0
Edmonton Public Library0.0
Edmonton Public Library - Abbotsfield - Penny McKee0.0
Edmonton Public Library - Abbotsfield - Penny McKee0.0
Edmonton Public Library - Highlands0.0
Edmonton Public Library - Idylwylde Branch0.0
Edmonton Public Library - McConachie0.0
Edmonton Public Library - McConachie0.0
Edmonton Public Library Sprucewood Branch0.0
Edmonton Public Library Strathcona Branch0.0
Edmonton Public Library Woodcroft (Westmount) Branch0.0
Edmonton Public Library, Capilano0.0
EPL Castle Downs Branch0.0
EPL Castle Downs Branch0.0
eplGO - West Henday Promenade0.0
Herbert T. Coutts Education Library0.0
Jasper Place Branch Library0.0
Lois Hole Library0.0
Mathematics Library0.0
Mathematics Library0.0
Mill Woods Public Libary0.0
Riverbend Branch - Edmonton Public Library0.0
Rutherford Library0.0
Spruce Grove Public Library0.0
St. Albert Public Library0.0
Stanley A. Milner Library0.0
Whitemud Crossing Library EPL0.0

Farmers Markets in St. Albert

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Caribbean Center
Caribbean Center
Good Stock Whole Food Ingredients
Good Stock Whole Food Ingredients
Italian Centre (Southside)
Italian Centre (Southside)
Old Strathcona Farmer's Market
Queen Mary's Market
Tropical House Food Market
Tropical House Food Market

Hotels in St. Albert

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Edmonton North

Cafes in St. Albert

20 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carmela’s Whisk Bakeshop + Coffeehouse
Good Earth Cafe
Italian Bakery Mercato
La Crema Caffé
Little Darling Coffee
Neighbours Coffee
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in St. Albert

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Landmark Theatres

Theatres in St. Albert

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arden Theatre

Clinics in St. Albert

12 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #3010897399
Gateway Family Medical Clinic
Grandin Medical Clinic
Harvest Medicine
Hope Medical Clinic
Liberton Medical Clinic
Medical Centre
MediCentre
MVMT Physio & Chiro
Passport Health St. Albert Travel Clinic
Primary Care Network
Rivercrest Medical Clinic

Dentists in St. Albert

13 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #9738377447
Dental Centre
Dental Centre
Denturist
Dentus Family Dental St. Albert
Dr Hrynkiw
Green Grove Dental
Lacombe Park Dental
Mar Orthodontics
Nuro Dental
Smiles Dental Group - St Albert Dentist
St. Albert Dental
Sturgeon Dental

Veterinaries in St. Albert

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mission Ridge Animal Hospital
Red Willow Veterinary Hospital

Bus Stations in St. Albert

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

St. Albert Centre Exchange

Gas Stations in St. Albert

18 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
CA #1054972275
Canadian Tire
Co-op
Co-op
Costco Gasoline
Esso
Esso
Esso
Esso
Husky
Mobil
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Safeway Fuel Station
Shell
Shell
Shell

Banks in St. Albert

16 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ATB Financial
ATB Financial
BMO
BMO
CIBC
CIBC
National Bank
RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
Scotiabank
Servus Credit Union
TD
TD
TD Canada Trust

Shopping Malls in St. Albert

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grandin Mall
Inglewood Towne Centre
St. Albert Centre

Gyms in St. Albert

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
GoodLife Fitness
Planet Fitness

Golf Courses in St. Albert

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Terrae Pines Golf & Country Club & RV Park

Breweries in St. Albert

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ale Architect Brewery & Taproom
Ale Architect Brewery & Taproom
Alley Kat Brewing Company
Arcadia Brewery
Arcadia Brewery
Bent Stick Brewing Co.
Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company - The Monolith
Campio Ritchie
Campio Ritchie
Happy Beer Street
Omen Brewing
Omen Brewing
Sea Change Brewing Co.
Shiddy's Distilling and Rumpus Room
Southbound Brewing
Southbound Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in St. Albert

TeamLeagueDivision
Edmonton OilersNHLPacific

Ski Resorts Near St. Albert

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gwynne Valley 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rabbit Hill Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Edmonton Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sunridge Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tawaitnaw Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near St. Albert

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edmonton International AirportYEGLarge Airport
Calmar/Wizard Lake Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Calmar (Maplelane Farm)-Small Airport
Edmonton / Cooking Lake Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Gartner Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Josephburg Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton / Lechelt Field-Small Airport
Edmonton / Twin Island Airpark-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve (Rose Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport-Small Airport
Edmonton/Morinville (Currie Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edmonton/Morinville (Mike's Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Goodwood Field-Small Airport
Hnatko Farms Airport-Small Airport
Millet/Creekview Airport-Small Airport
Morrinville Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Parkland Airport-Small Airport
Stony Plain (Stony Field) Airport-Small Airport
Warburg / Zajes Airport-Small Airport
Westlock Airport-Small Airport
Wetaskiwin Regional Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in St. Albert

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
St. Albert Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in St. Albert

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Community Church St. Albert
Christian Reformed Church of St. Albert
Father Lacombe Chapel
Grace Family Church
Holy Family Parish
Shiloh Pentecostal Church
St. Albert Alliance Church
St. Albert Catholic Parish
St. Albert Evangelical Lutheran Church
St. Albert United Church
St. Matthew's Anglican Church
St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church
Sturgeon Valley Baptish Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Albert

What is the population of St. Albert?

St. Albert has a population of 68,232 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 3,694 people per square mile, spread across 18.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is St. Albert expensive to live in?

The median household income is $117,000, 56% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $424,000 (50% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,490 per month, above 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 St. Albert safe?

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

What is the weather like in St. Albert?

St. Albert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches, with 29.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in St. Albert?

The job market in St. Albert faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,354. There are 79 business establishments in the area, including 43 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 31.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Albert?

The median home value in St. Albert is $424,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,490. The homeownership rate is 82.9%.

How are the schools in St. Albert?

19.2% of adults in St. Albert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.3% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in St. Albert?

The average commute in St. Albert is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work, 2% use public transit, and 31.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Albert?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Albert is 88.9% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino, 6.9% Asian. 85.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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