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Taber, AB

Alberta

Taber is a small city in Alberta with a population of 8,862. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,862 Population 1,188/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $47,800 per capita
$260,000 Home Value
$1,050 Median Rent 15.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $1,050/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,000
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,862
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density1,188/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$47,800
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty9.2%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$1,050
Ownership73.1%
Housing Units3,345
Rent Burden15.9%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain11.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,671 ft (814 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+34.7%
Graduate+1.3%

Community

Commute18 min

Is Taber a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taber 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. Taber offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taber is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taber is $260,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x 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

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Taber experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.5 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow.

Taber has a population of 8,862 with a density of 1,188 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 9.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 75.5% of residents.

Population

8,862
Total Population
2021 Census
1,188
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Taber vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 75.5%
4% below US avg
Spanish 0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages 24.3%

Social Characteristics

Taber vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taber is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $919, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 275 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Taber vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,800
Avg Weekly Wage$919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)275

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Taber is $260,000, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 73.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,345 total housing units in the city. 15.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden15.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.1%
Owner-Occupied73.1%
Renter-Occupied26.9%
Housing Units3,345

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, Taber receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Taber 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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Taber experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 290 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 11.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 30.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 2,671 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,671 ft (814 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²)
Population Density1,188/sq mi
Coordinates49.7870°N, 112.1460°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.5"
70% below US avg
Snowfall 30.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Apr 10, 2024.

May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 82 km
Sep 29, 2009 42 km NW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.6 93 km
Jan 3, 2008 13 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.5 70 km
Jan 20, 2003 10 km S of Little Browning, Montana M3.5 141 km
Jan 1, 1993 20 km WSW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 99 km
Nov 6, 2002 3 km SSE of Little Browning, Montana M3.4 133 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 67 km
Aug 15, 1996 33 km WNW of Sweet Grass, Montana M3.4 81 km
Nov 17, 1992 39 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.4 94 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 83 km
Mar 5, 1995 2 km NW of Cut Bank, Montana M3.3 127 km
May 29, 2009 11 km S of Little Browning, Montana M3.2 142 km
Jan 11, 2003 44 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.2 91 km
Apr 4, 1990 4 km WNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.1 120 km
Jun 9, 2009 20 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M3.0 104 km
Jan 20, 2024 8 km S of Cardston, Canada M2.8 112 km
Apr 10, 2024 17 km NNW of Santa Rita, Montana M2.7 108 km
Mar 29, 2008 4 km SSE of Little Browning, Montana M2.6 134 km
Mar 29, 2008 3 km SSE of Cut Bank, Montana M2.5 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 0.9 in
April 44°F (6°C) 1.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 71°F (21°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
October 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
November 29°F (-1°C) 0.7 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Taber has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 20°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.6").

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7.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 87.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+34.7%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,188/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Schools in Taber

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
LT Westlake School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Taber

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Cafes in Taber

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Taber

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Co-op
Co-op
Esso
Fas Gas
Petro-Pass Cardlock
Shell
UFA Cardlock

Banks in Taber

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
RBC
Scotiabank

Golf Courses in Taber

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Taber Golf Club

Airports Near Taber

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lethbridge County AirportYQLMedium Airport
Foremost Airport-Small Airport
Gunnlaugson Airport-Small Airport
Lethbridge (Mercer Field)-Small Airport
Lethbridge / Anderson Field-Small Airport
Lethbridge / J3 Airfield-Small Airport
Milk River (Madge) Airport-Small Airport
Milk River Airport-Small Airport
Rednek Air Airport-Small Airport
Taber Airport-Small Airport
Vauxhall Airport-Small Airport
Warner Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Taber

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Taber Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Taber

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christian Reformed Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
New Life Church
Parallel Church
Peace Lutheran Church
Reinland Mennonite Church
St. Augustine's Parish
Taber Canadian Reformed Church
Taber Evangelical Mennonite Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Taber

What is the population of Taber?

Taber has a population of 8,862 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,188 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Taber expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,000, 9% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,000 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Taber safe?

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

What is the weather like in Taber?

Taber has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.5 inches, with 30.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Taber?

The unemployment rate in Taber is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $919. There are 275 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 8.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Taber?

The median home value in Taber is $260,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,050. The homeownership rate is 73.1%.

How are the schools in Taber?

7.4% of adults in Taber hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.7% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Taber?

The average commute in Taber is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Taber?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Taber is 88.7% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino, 9.2% Asian. 75.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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