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St. Paul, AB

Alberta

St. Paul is a small city in Alberta with a population of 5,863. Residents earn $79,500 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,863 Population 1,758/sq mi density
$79,500 Median Income $50,640 per capita
$278,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 21.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$79,500 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$278,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,500
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $278,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,863
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,758/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,500
Per Capita$50,640
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty11.0%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$278,000
Rent$1,100
Ownership68.5%
Housing Units2,285
Rent Burden21.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,093 ft (638 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+32.3%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute19 min

Is St. Paul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Paul 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 above-average unemployment. St. Paul offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Paul is $79,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Paul is $278,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x 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

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

St. Paul has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow.

St. Paul has a population of 5,863 with a density of 1,758 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.3% female and 47.7% male. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 1.4% Black, 12% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 73.7% of residents, while 9.4% speak Spanish.

Population

5,863
Total Population
2021 Census
1,758
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Paul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 73.7%
6% below US avg
Spanish 9.4%
30% below US avg
Other Languages 16.9%

Social Characteristics

St. Paul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Paul is $79,500, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,640 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $974, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 182 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Paul vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,500
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,640
Avg Weekly Wage$974

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)182

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Paul is $278,000, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 68.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,285 total housing units in the city. 21.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,000
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden21.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.5%
Owner-Occupied68.5%
Renter-Occupied31.5%
Housing Units2,285

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. Paul receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: St. Paul 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. Paul has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 269 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 15.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,093 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,093 ft (638 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density1,758/sq mi
Coordinates53.9835°N, 111.2851°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.7"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 14.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.15"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 0.8 in
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.7 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 0.8 in Coldest

St. Paul has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 6°F in December to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.5").

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12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 78.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+32.3%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,758/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Colleges & Universities in St. Paul

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Portage College - Saddle Lake Campus
University nuhelot’įne thaiyots’į nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills

Schools in St. Paul

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Glen Avon |School
St. Paul Regional High School
Racette Junior High School
St. Paul Elementary School
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Museums in St. Paul

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
St. Paul Museum

Libraries in St. Paul

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mallaig Public Library0.0
St. Paul Municipal Library0.0

Hotels in St. Paul

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canalta Saint Paul
The Landing
Woodland Motor Inn

Cafes in St. Paul

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Cinemas in St. Paul

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Magic Lantern Elite Theatre

Gas Stations in St. Paul

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-op Card Lock
Co-op Gas Bar
Domo
Extra Foods
Husky
Petro-Canada

Banks in St. Paul

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ATB Financial
TD Canada Trust

Golf Courses in St. Paul

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

St. Paul Golf Club

Airports Near St. Paul

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bonnyville AirportYBYMedium Airport
Darling AirportSmall Airport
Elk Point AirportSmall Airport
Glendon AirportSmall Airport
St. Paul AirportSmall Airport
Two Hills AirportSmall Airport
Vegreville AirportSmall Airport
Vermilion AirportYVGSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in St. Paul

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethel Family Worship Centre
Saint Paul Cathedral
St Paul Alliance Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Paul

What is the population of St. Paul?

St. Paul has a population of 5,863 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,758 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 52.3% female and 47.7% male.

Is St. Paul expensive to live in?

The median household income is $79,500, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $278,000 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is St. Paul safe?

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

What is the weather like in St. Paul?

St. Paul 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 63°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches, with 14.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in St. Paul?

The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $974. There are 182 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Paul?

The median home value in St. Paul is $278,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,100. The homeownership rate is 68.5%.

How are the schools in St. Paul?

12.7% of adults in St. Paul hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in St. Paul?

The average commute in St. Paul is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Paul?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Paul is 86% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 12% Asian. 73.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.4% speak Spanish.

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