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Waskatenau, AB

Alberta

Waskatenau is a small town in Alberta with a population of 247. Residents earn $82,896 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
247 Population 1,091/sq mi density
$82,896 Median Income $50,913 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$82,896 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,896
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population247
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,091/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,896
Per Capita$50,913
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty12.9%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$1,091
Ownership88.0%
Housing Units125
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation2,090 ft (637 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+40.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min

Is Waskatenau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waskatenau receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Waskatenau offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waskatenau is $82,896, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.9% 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 Waskatenau is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Waskatenau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches.

Waskatenau has a population of 247 with a density of 1,091 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49% female and 51% male. The city is predominantly White (71.7%), with 26.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 75.5% of residents.

Population

247
Total Population
1,091
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Waskatenau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 75.5%
4% below US avg
Spanish 2.0%
85% below US avg
Other Languages 22.5%

Social Characteristics

Waskatenau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waskatenau is $82,896, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,913 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $979, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 8 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waskatenau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,896
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,913
Avg Weekly Wage$979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)8

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Waskatenau is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 88.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 125 total housing units in the city. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.0%
Owner-Occupied88.0%
Renter-Occupied12.0%
Housing Units125

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, Waskatenau receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Waskatenau 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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Waskatenau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,090 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,090 ft (637 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,091/sq mi
Coordinates54.0965°N, 112.7846°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 3.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 0.7 in

Waskatenau has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 3°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.6").

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4.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 40.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+40.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,091/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Waskatenau

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKFT "Mix 107.9" Fort Saskatchewan, AB adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps

Gas Stations in Waskatenau

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada and Petro-Pass

Ski Resorts Near Waskatenau

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Edmonton Ski Club 0.0 $0
Sunridge Ski Area 0.0 $0
Tawaitnaw Cross Country Ski Trails 0.0 $0

Airports Near Waskatenau

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Athabasca AirportSmall Airport
Boyle AirportSmall Airport
Chipman AirportSmall Airport
Edmonton / Cooking Lake AirportSmall Airport
Edmonton / Josephburg AirportSmall Airport
Edmonton / Lechelt FieldSmall Airport
Edmonton / Twin Island AirparkSmall Airport
Tofield AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waskatenau

What is the population of Waskatenau?

Waskatenau has a population of 247 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 1,091 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49% female and 51% male.

Is Waskatenau expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,896, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Waskatenau safe?

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

What is the weather like in Waskatenau?

Waskatenau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Waskatenau?

The job market in Waskatenau faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $979. There are 8 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waskatenau?

The median home value in Waskatenau is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 88.0%.

How are the schools in Waskatenau?

4.3% of adults in Waskatenau hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Waskatenau?

The average commute in Waskatenau is 28 minutes. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waskatenau?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waskatenau is 71.7% White, 26.4% Asian. 75.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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