Alcomdale facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alcomdale
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 Alcomdale
Location in Alberta
Alcomdale
Location in Canada
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Edmonton Metropolitan Region |
| Census division | 11 |
| Municipal district | Sturgeon County |
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| • Type | Unincorporated |
| Area
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| • Land | 0.2 km2 (0.08 sq mi) |
| Population
(2021)
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| • Total | 65 |
| • Density | 325.2/km2 (842/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−07:00 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−06:00 (MDT) |
| Area codes | 780, 587, 825 |
Alcomdale is a small community called a hamlet in central Alberta, Canada. It's part of Sturgeon County. You can find it along Highway 44, about 34 kilometers (21 miles) northwest of Edmonton. Alcomdale has a community hall and a playground for everyone to enjoy. It doesn't have many other services.
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The Story of Alcomdale's Name
Alcomdale got its name from Dr. Alcombreck. He was the first owner of the land where the community now stands.
How Many People Live Here?
Every few years, Canada counts its population. This is called a census.
Population in 2021
In the 2021 Census, 65 people lived in Alcomdale. These people lived in 30 homes. This number was a bit lower than in 2016. The community covers a small area of 0.2 square kilometers (0.077 square miles).
Population in 2016
In the 2016 Census, Alcomdale had 88 people. They lived in 28 homes. This was more people than in 2011. The area was still 0.2 square kilometers (0.077 square miles).
