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Vulcan, AB

Alberta

Vulcan is a small town in Alberta with a population of 4,237. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,237 Population 2/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $45,920 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 11.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,237
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$45,920
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty9.0%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$800
Ownership83.9%
Housing Units805
Rent Burden10.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation3,422 ft (1,043 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+38.5%
Graduate+2.4%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Vulcan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vulcan receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Vulcan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vulcan is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vulcan is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. 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

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vulcan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches.

Vulcan has a population of 4,237 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,068.2 square miles. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.8% Black, 1.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91% of residents.

Population

4,237
Total Population
2021 Census
2
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
2,068.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Vulcan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 8.2%

Social Characteristics

Vulcan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vulcan is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,920 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $883, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 131 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Vulcan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,920
Avg Weekly Wage$883

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)131

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Vulcan is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 83.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 805 total housing units in the city. 10.0% 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$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.9%
Owner-Occupied83.9%
Renter-Occupied16.8%
Housing Units805

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, Vulcan receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Vulcan 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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Vulcan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,422 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,422 ft (1,043 m)
Area2,068.2 sq mi (5,356.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates50.4001°N, 113.2519°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.3"
57% below US avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.27"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 20, 2024.

Mar 4, 2000 35 km S of Pincher Creek, Canada M4.6 148 km
Feb 28, 2000 10 km NNE of Sparwood, Canada M3.8 130 km
May 1, 1997 35 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.8 148 km
Jul 28, 2002 29 km SSE of Canmore, Canada M3.6 142 km
Jun 18, 1991 15 km SW of Black Diamond, Canada M3.5 82 km
Jan 3, 2008 13 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.5 126 km
Sep 7, 2014 36 km SSE of Magrath, Canada M3.4 149 km
Jan 22, 1993 33 km SSE of Raymond, Canada M3.4 146 km
Jan 12, 2008 38 km W of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.3 135 km
Sep 29, 2016 4 km NE of Sparwood, Canada M3.2 134 km
Oct 15, 2000 33 km SSW of Pincher Creek, Canada M3.2 147 km
Dec 14, 1990 27 km NNE of Elkford, Canada M2.8 106 km
Jan 20, 2024 8 km S of Cardston, Canada M2.8 143 km
Jun 7, 2023 16 km NNW of Elkford, Canada M2.7 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 62°F (16°C) 1.8 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.7 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in

Vulcan has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 13°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and January the driest (0.6").

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10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 38.5% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, while 2% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+38.5%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area2,068.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home14.1%

Radio Stations near Vulcan

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Vulcan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Vulcan Historical Museum
Vulcan Tourism & Trek Station

Libraries in Vulcan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Vulcan Municipal Library0.0

Hotels in Vulcan

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vulcan Hotel

Cafes in Vulcan

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

New Club Cafe

Dentists in Vulcan

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fairbanks Denture Clinic

Gas Stations in Vulcan

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Petro-Canada
UFA
UFA Cardlock

Banks in Vulcan

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ATB Financial

Golf Courses in Vulcan

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vulcan Golf & Country Club (back nine)
Vulcan Golf & Country Club (front nine)

Airports Near Vulcan

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
A J Flying Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Agro 1 Airstrip—Small Airport
Appleton Field—Small Airport
Brant (Dixon Farm) Airport—Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks (Rowland Field)—Small Airport
Calgary / Okotoks Air Park—Small Airport
Cheadle AirportTILSmall Airport
Chestermere (Kirkby Field) Airport—Small Airport
Claresholm Industrial Airport—Small Airport
De Winton South Calgary Airport—Small Airport
Fort Macleod Airport—Small Airport
High River Airport—Small Airport
Highwood Airport—Small Airport
Lethbridge / Anderson Field—Small Airport
Lethbridge / J3 Airfield—Small Airport
Rednek Air Airport—Small Airport
Strathmore (D.J. Murray) 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 Vulcan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Vulcan Post Office

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vulcan

What is the population of Vulcan?

Vulcan has a population of 4,237 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,068.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Vulcan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below 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 Vulcan safe?

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

What is the weather like in Vulcan?

Vulcan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vulcan?

The job market in Vulcan faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $883. There are 131 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Vulcan?

The median home value in Vulcan is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 83.9%.

How are the schools in Vulcan?

10.0% of adults in Vulcan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.5% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Vulcan?

The average commute in Vulcan is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, 2% use public transit, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Vulcan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Vulcan is 94.9% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 1.8% Asian. 91% of residents speak only English at home.

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