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Sturgeon County, AB
Alberta · Edmonton Metro
Sturgeon County is a small city in Alberta with a population of 20,061. Residents earn $124,000 per year, which is 65% above the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Sturgeon County Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Sturgeon County a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sturgeon County 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Sturgeon County offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sturgeon County is $124,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 65% above $75,149. This places Sturgeon County among higher-income communities. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sturgeon County is $552,000, making it a premium housing market at 96% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,240 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x 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
11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Sturgeon County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.6 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Sturgeon County vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sturgeon County vs U.S. Average
Income: Sturgeon County vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $124,000 |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $74,300 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,429 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.3% |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 622 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 27.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $552,000 |
| 96% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,240 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 14.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 86.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 86.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 13.3% |
| Housing Units | 7,020 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Sturgeon County vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.6°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,303 ft (702 m) |
| Area | 804.7 sq mi (2,084.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.8422°N, 113.5407°W |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°F (-15°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 40°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.7 in |
Sturgeon County has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 5°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 31.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.6% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Total Area | 804.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 30.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 27.7% |
Radio Stations near Sturgeon County
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 Sturgeon County
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Railway Museum | ||||
| Gibbons Museum | ||||
| Heritage Museum | ||||
| Little White Schoolhouse | ||||
| Musée Morinville Museum | ||||
| Namao Museum |
Libraries in Sturgeon County
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clareview Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clareview Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edmonton Public Library - McConachie | 0.0 | |||||
| Edmonton Public Library - McConachie | 0.0 | |||||
| EPL Castle Downs Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| EPL Castle Downs Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| Gibbons Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Albert Public Library | 0.0 |
Ski Resorts Near Sturgeon County
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Sturgeon County
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edmonton International Airport | YEG | Large Airport |
| Boyle Airport | - | Small 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 |
| Morrinville Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Parkland Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stony Plain (Stony Field) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Westlock Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sturgeon County
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Henwood Treatment Centre |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sturgeon County
What is the population of Sturgeon County?
Sturgeon County has a population of 20,061 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 804.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.
Is Sturgeon County expensive to live in?
The median household income is $124,000, 65% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $552,000 (96% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,240 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Sturgeon County safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Sturgeon County receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Sturgeon County?
Sturgeon County has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 5°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sturgeon County?
The job market in Sturgeon County faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,429. There are 622 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 27.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Sturgeon County?
The median home value in Sturgeon County is $552,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,240. The homeownership rate is 86.8%.
How are the schools in Sturgeon County?
11.2% of adults in Sturgeon County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.4% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Sturgeon County?
The average commute in Sturgeon County is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Sturgeon County?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Sturgeon County is 95.9% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 2.2% Asian. 89.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish.