Laurier Heights vs Rio Terrace, Edmonton
A side-by-side livability comparison of two Edmonton neighbourhoods.
Laurier Heights edges out Rio Terrace on overall livability (5.0/10 vs 4.9/10) among Edmonton neighbourhoods. Laurier Heights scores higher on transit access (7.1 vs 5.3). Rio Terrace scores higher on schools (8.0 vs 6.9).
Livability scores
| Laurier Heights | Rio Terrace | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 5.0 | 4.9 |
| Safety | 10.0 | 10.0 |
| Schools | 6.9 | 8.0 |
| Transit Access | 7.1 | 5.3 |
| Grocery Access | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Parks | 7.4 | 7.0 |
| Recreation | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Walkability | 3.5 | 4.0 |
Key metrics
| Laurier Heights | Rio Terrace | |
|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $760,750 | $550,500 |
| Median household income | $139,700 | $139,600 |
| Crime per 1k residents (2yr) | 75.8 | 75.8 |
| Avg school rating (Fraser) | 72.5/10 | 78.8/10 |
| Est. transit to downtown | 25 min | 35 min |
| Distance to downtown | 5.9 km | 7.4 km |
| Park area per 1k residents | 474,431 m² | 389,545 m² |