Calgary Metro Area
AB · 219 cities · 2,820,620 population
Largest Cities in Calgary Metro
Calgary, AB
Airdrie, AB
Rocky View County, AB
Parkland, AB
Cochrane, AB
Okotoks, AB
Beltline, AB
Panorama Hills, AB
Saddle Ridge, AB
Foothills County, AB
Chestermere, AB
Cranston, AB
The Calgary metropolitan area is the 21st largest metro area in Canada, with a total population of 2,820,620 spread across 219 cities and towns in AB. Anchored by Calgary, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.
Residents of the Calgary metro area earn an average household income of $84,612, while the average home value sits at $302,102. Renters in the area pay an average of $1,110 per month, making the cost of living moderate compared to the national average. About 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's well-educated workforce.
Property crime averages 3,468.7 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 41.9°F, with cooler temperatures throughout the year. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 12.5%, which is near the national average.
With 219 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Calgary metro area offers a wide variety of living options. The sheer number of cities provides prospective residents with diverse choices in terms of housing, schools, commute times, and neighborhood character. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.
Metro Area Overview
Climate
| Avg Annual Temperature | 41.9°F |
| Avg January Temp | 22.3°F |
| Avg July Temp | 63.0°F |
| Avg Annual Precipitation | 16.7" |
Safety
| Avg Property Crime Rate | 3468.7 per 1K |
Economy
| Avg Unemployment Rate | 5.5% |
| Avg Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| Avg Median Age | 41.9 |
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