Banff

Banff is a world-famous mountain town set within the first national park in Canada. With dramatic scenery, an active village life and tight residency rules, it remains a special place to live. For broader real-estate options and fee-simple ownership, nearby Canmore presents a strong alternative.
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Banff — Canada’s Most Iconic Mountain Town

Founded in 1885 as the gateway to Canada’s first national park, Banff is a storied alpine community unlike any other. Home to around 8,300 residents, Banff blends sweeping mountain vistas, a vibrant village atmosphere and world-class recreation at every turn. Canmore Banff Real Estate

Residency and real-estate ownership in Banff are regulated by the federal “Need to Reside” clause, which requires buyers to either work locally or own a business within the park. Canmore Banff Real Estate Because of this, properties available to the public are extremely limited. For those seeking full fee-simple ownership with the same dramatic scenery and access to the Rockies, neighbouring communities like Canmore offer a compelling alternative.

Banff offers a lifestyle that blends rugged outdoor adventure with refined comfort. Winter brings world-renowned skiing at nearby resorts like Sunshine Village, Lake Louise Ski Resort and Mount Norquay; summer invites you onto trails, rivers and links — notably the historic Banff Springs Golf Course. Canmore Banff Real Estate The town itself pulsates with casual patios, fine dining, live music and art-filled evenings — all framed by the majestic peaks of Banff National Park.

If you’d like to explore realistic mountain-home opportunities that offer freedom of ownership, vibrant community life and sweeping views — let’s talk about how Canmore meets the mark.

 

Overview for Banff, Alberta

8,305 people live in Banff, where the median age is 36.8 and the average individual income is $103,800. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

8,305

Total Population

36.8 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$103,800

Average individual Income

Around Banff, Alberta

There's plenty to do around Banff, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Very Walkable
Walking Score
65
Bikeable
Bike Score
43
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Yama Onigiri, Good Folk, and Bare Bistro- Fedora's Cakes & Bakes.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.31 miles 18 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 0.77 miles 28 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 0.98 miles 83 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 0.22 miles 34 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 0.87 miles 15 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.8 miles 36 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Banff, Alberta

Banff has 2,930 households, with an average household size of 2.3. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Banff do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

8,305

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36.8

Median Age

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
2,930

Total Households

2.3

Average Household Size

$103,800

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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