Standard 65 Good
Standard Livability #58 ranked city in Alberta#515 ranked city in CanadaRanks better than 98% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Standard

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    Everyday cost of living expenses like goods and services, housing, groceries, transportation, health care and utilities are far below the national average.

  • Housing

    Impressive scores in the housing category characterize this area, potentially attributed to the availability of affordable housing, strong appreciation rates and high home values.

  • Ratings

    According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Crime

    Reporting high crime rates per 100,000 people, this area may be perceived as an unsafe place to reside. These statistics encompass both violent and property crime rates.

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      Standard transportation information

      Statistic Standard Alberta National
      Workers who drive to work39.2%46.9%40.0%
      Workers who carpool1.4%3.1%3.0%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%6.2%7.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.8%0.8%
      Workers who walk1.7%2.8%3.2%
      Source: The Standard, AB data and statistics displayed above are derived from Statistics Canada and updated for 2021 by Environics Analytics.