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Thorsby, AB

Alberta

Thorsby is a small town in Alberta with a population of 967. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
967 Population 659/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $51,400 per capita
$236,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 21.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 11.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$236,000 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $236,000
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population967
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density659/mi²
Male / Female50% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$51,400
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty15.0%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$236,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units405
Rent Burden21.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation2,425 ft (739 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+35.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Thorsby a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thorsby is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thorsby is $236,000, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Thorsby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Thorsby has a population of 967 with a density of 659 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.8% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

967
Total Population
2021 Census
659
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Thorsby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages5.2%

Social Characteristics

Thorsby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thorsby is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 14.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Thorsby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Thorsby is $236,000, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below the national average of $1,163). There are 405 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 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,000
16% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden21.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Renter-Occupied17.3%
Housing Units405

Property Tax

In Thorsby, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Thorsby vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Thorsby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,425 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.8 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,425 ft (739 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density659/sq mi
Coordinates53.2334°N, 114.0521°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 42°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.7 in

Thorsby has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 9°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.6").

7.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 80.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+35.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density659/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Thorsby

What is the population of Thorsby?

Thorsby has a population of 967 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 659 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.3% male.

Is Thorsby expensive to live in?

Thorsby is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $77,500, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,000 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Thorsby?

Thorsby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Thorsby?

The job market in Thorsby faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 14.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Thorsby?

The median home value in Thorsby is $236,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $850.

How are the schools in Thorsby?

7.2% of adults in Thorsby hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Thorsby?

The obesity rate in Thorsby is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Thorsby?

The average commute in Thorsby is 29 minutes. 80.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Thorsby?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Thorsby is 94.3% White, 3.1% Asian. 93.8% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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