What to Know About Living in Airdrie

There are 8 satellite towns surrounding Calgary, providing many of the benefits of living in Calgary in addition to characteristics unique to each town. You will find a wider range of housing options, including more land, and choices that suit a diverse range of budgets. 

One of the most popular Calgary satellite towns is Airdrie. Just 30 minutes north of Calgary, Airdrie is a mid sized town with a community of about 65,000 people and a safe, family-friendly environment. The town is continually growing, with new housing being built and new members of the community moving in all the time.

Check out these common questions to help you decide if a move to Airdrie is right for you. 

What is the cost of living in Airdrie?

One of the top concerns for most people looking to relocate is the cost of living in a potential new hometown. Airdrie has a lower cost of living than the Alberta average, about 10% lower than the average for the province. Homes in Airdrie are also generally far more affordable than tha average for Canada. Airdrie residents can choose to commute into Calgary so that they enjoy the wages associated with a bigger city while enjoying lower housing costs. 

What kinds of homes will I find in Airdrie?

In recent years there has been significant development in Airdrie housing. This means you will find a little bit of everything, from affordable condos and townhomes to modern new construction to charming older houses. A wide range of budgets, lifestyles, and personal preferences will find a home to suit them in Airdrie.

How is the job market in Airdrie?

The Airdrie job market is heavily influenced by entrepreneurs, with many small businesses and self-employed people in town. There are also many job opportunities in the Rocky Views School Division and large local industries including Propak (an oil and gas manufacturing company), Alta Injection Molding, and TransCanada Turbine.

If your industry is not represented in Airdrie, remember that a commute into Calgary is only about 30 minutes, depending on where you are headed in the city. 

Does Airdrie have a similar climate to Calgary?

Airdrie has a climate that is similar to much of Alberta, with snowy winters and mild summers. You will find that Airdrie, like most of the region, offers a true four seasons experience.

What is there to do in Airdrie?

Airdrie is a family-friendly town with plenty of conveniences and amenities, including parks, libraries, grocery stores, restaurants, and more. It is also a great place to live if you enjoy outdoor recreation, with 1,500 acres of parkland and 140 kilometres of paved pathways so there is always somewhere new to get outside and explore. 

Even without driving into Calgary, you will find museums, sports fields, antique stores, coffee shops, and all kinds of small businesses to check out in Airdrie. This mid-sized town has plenty of fun things to do. 

Are there good schools in Airdrie?

Airdrie public schools have an excellent reputation. Young families considering a move to Airdrie will be happy to learn that Rocky View Schools is well resourced and known to support student success. Calgary Catholic Separate Schools also has three schools in Airdrie, and there is a francophone school in town, as well. Students living in Airdrie have access to a wide range of education choices.

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