Red Deer, Alberta local economy

48th

percentile among Canada metros

▼ -0.7 3-month trend

Red Deer, Alberta ranks in the 48th percentile of Canada metro areas as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.

Building permits

Dwelling units authorized by permit was 25 in June 2026, up 108.3% from May 2026 and up 31.6% from June 2025.

Employment

Payrolled or covered employment was 61,100 in August 2026, up 1.2% from July 2026 and up 2.0% from August 2025.

Dwelling units authorized by permit was 25 in June 2026, up 108.3% from May 2026 and up 31.6% from June 2025. Payrolled or covered employment was 61,100 in August 2026, up 1.2% from July 2026 and up 2.0% from August 2025. No current data is available for New business applications or registrations in Red Deer, Alberta.

Frequently asked questions

How does Red Deer, Alberta rank among Canada metro areas?
Red Deer, Alberta ranks in the 48th percentile of Canada metro areas as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.
What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in Red Deer, Alberta?
Dwelling units authorized by permit in Red Deer, Alberta was 25 in June 2026.
What is the payrolled or covered employment in Red Deer, Alberta?
Payrolled or covered employment in Red Deer, Alberta was 61,100 in August 2026.

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Sources and methodology

Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 70% of weighted components available.

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