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Strathmore, AB

Alberta

Strathmore is a small city in Alberta with a population of 14,339. Residents earn $91,000 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
14,339 Population 1,377/sq mi density
$91,000 Median Income $53,900 per capita
$340,000 Home Value
$1,350 Median Rent 20.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 288 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$91,000 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$340,000 home value, $1,350/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $91,000
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $340,000
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,350
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,339
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,377/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$91,000
Per Capita$53,900
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty8.9%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$340,000
Rent$1,350
Ownership77.2%
Housing Units5,515
Rent Burden20.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation3,212 ft (979 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+34.4%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Strathmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strathmore receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Strathmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strathmore is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strathmore is $340,000, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x 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

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Strathmore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow.

Strathmore has a population of 14,339 with a density of 1,377 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 1.2% Black, 5.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

14,339
Total Population
2021 Census
1,377
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Strathmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 8.9%

Social Characteristics

Strathmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strathmore is $91,000, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,037, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 445 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 16.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Strathmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,000
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,900
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)445

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Strathmore is $340,000, 21% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,350 (16% above the national average of $1,163). 77.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,515 total housing units in the city. 20.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$340,000
21% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,350
16% above US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.2%
Owner-Occupied77.2%
Renter-Occupied22.8%
Housing Units5,515

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, Strathmore receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Strathmore 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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Strathmore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 288 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 14.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,212 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,212 ft (979 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²)
Population Density1,377/sq mi
Coordinates51.0501°N, 113.3852°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.9"
61% below US avg
Snowfall 27.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 7, 2023.

Mar 4, 2019 9 km NW of Red Deer, Canada M3.8 146 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 125 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 87 km
Dec 14, 1990 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada M2.8 129 km
Jun 7, 2023 16 km NNW of Elkford, Canada M2.7 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 0.5 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 0.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 42°F (5°C) 0.6 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Strathmore has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 15°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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11.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.4% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+34.4%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,377/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.8%

Schools in Strathmore

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Brentwood Elementary School - - - -
Holy Cross Collegiate - - - -
Brentwood Park - - - -
Wheatland Elementary School - - - -
Crowther Memorial Junior High School - - - -
Strathmore High School - - - -
Westmount School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Strathmore

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Squirrel FM - MP3 192 kbps
CFXO-FM 99.7 "Sun Country" High River, AB country AAC+ 64 kbps
CKMR-FM 104.5 "More Country" Strathmore, AB country AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Strathmore

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Strathmore Municipal Library0.0

Hotels in Strathmore

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn & Suites
Travelodge

Cafes in Strathmore

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Strathmore

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Joyland Theatre

Theatres in Strathmore

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stage

Clinics in Strathmore

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Valley Medical Clinic

Dentists in Strathmore

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Family Dental Clinic
Strathmore Dental Centre
The Ranch Dental

Veterinaries in Strathmore

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sevick Veterinary Services Ltd
Strathmore Veterinary Clinic (1980) Ltd

Gas Stations in Strathmore

12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #1488497935
Co-op
Co-op
Co-op Gas Bar
Esso
Esso
Esso
Hi Ho Gas and Grocery
Mobil
Petro-Canada
Shell
UFA

Banks in Strathmore

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ATB Financial
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank

Gyms in Strathmore

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
FeelGood Gym and Wellness Centre

Golf Courses in Strathmore

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strathmore Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Strathmore

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Airports Near Strathmore

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calgary International AirportYYCLarge Airport
A J Flying Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Agro 1 Airstrip-Small Airport
Airdrie Aerodrome-Small Airport
Appleton Field-Small Airport
Beiseker Airport-Small Airport
Bishell's Airport-Small Airport
Brant (Dixon Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Calgary / Christiansen Field-Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks (Rowland Field)-Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks Air Park-Small Airport
Cheadle AirportTILSmall Airport
Chestermere (Kirkby Field) Airport-Small Airport
De Winton South Calgary Airport-Small Airport
Drumheller Municipal Airport-Small Airport
High River Airport-Small Airport
Highwood Airport-Small Airport
Linden Airport-Small Airport
Olds-Didsbury Airport-Small Airport
Rockyford Airport-Small Airport
Rockyford/Early Bird Air Airport-Small Airport
Strathmore (D.J. Murray) Airport-Small Airport
Three Hills Airport-Small Airport
Vulcan / Kirkcaldy Airport-Small Airport
Vulcan Airport-Small Airport
Wild Rose Airport-Small Airport
Wilderman Farm Airport-Small Airport
Winters Aire Park Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Strathmore

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Strathmore Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Strathmore

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Strathmore Full Gospel Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Strathmore

What is the population of Strathmore?

Strathmore has a population of 14,339 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,377 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Strathmore expensive to live in?

The median household income is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $340,000 (21% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Strathmore safe?

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

What is the weather like in Strathmore?

Strathmore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.9 inches, with 27.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Strathmore?

The job market in Strathmore faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,037. There are 445 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 16.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Strathmore?

The median home value in Strathmore is $340,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,350. The homeownership rate is 77.2%.

How are the schools in Strathmore?

11.0% of adults in Strathmore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.4% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Strathmore?

The average commute in Strathmore is 28 minutes. 87.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Strathmore?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Strathmore is 92% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 0.5% Hispanic or Latino, 5.6% Asian. 90% of residents speak only English at home.

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