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Fort McMurray is a highly-rated community (4.8/5 from 552 reviews) known for top-tier schools (4.8/5), family-friendly atmosphere (4.6/5), and a reasonable commute to downtown (25–35 min). Safety is rated 4.5/5 with active neighborhood watch programs. Pedestrian-friendliness scores 4.2/5, cycling 4.0/5, and transit 4.5/5. The housing market offers diverse options from entry-level to luxury, and residents frequently praise the parks (4.6/5), amenities, and community events. See all 10 FAQs below ↓
Fort McMurray schools, real estate listings, maps and local information NAME/ADDRESS DISTANCE Father Beauregard School 255 Athabasca Ave, Fort McMurray 0.10 km Music With Jennifer 121 Arsenault Crescent, Fort McMurray 0.19 km École Boréale 312 Abasand Drive, Fort McMurray 0.39 km Our Lady of the Rivers Catholic School 8553 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray 1.28 km Dr. Karl A Clark Elementary 8453 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray 1.30 km Fort McMurray Composite High School 9803 King Street, Fort McMurray 1.39 km CMHA Recovery College 8530 Manning Avenue, Fort McMurray 1.65 km Keyano College Bookstore 8115 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray 1.67 km Good Shepherd Community School 211 Beacon Hill Drive, Fort McMurray 1.81 km Wilkeba Tutoring Services Fort McMurray 1.86 km Fort McMurray Catholic Board Of Education 9809 Main St, Fort McMurray 1.89 km Beacon Hill School 210 Beacon Hill Drive, Fort McMurray 1.96 km Saint Paul's Elementary School 429 Ross Haven Drive, Fort McMurray 3.85 km Early Start Learning Centre 101 Signal Road Unit 35, Fort McMurray 4.11 km Father Patrick Mercredi Community High School 455 Silin Forest Road, Fort McMurray 4.25 km Greely Road School and Fort McMurray Islamic School Greely Road, Fort McMurray 4.43 km Thickwood Heights Preschool 110 Eymundson Road, Fort McMurray 4.49 km Fort McMurray Montessori Group of Schools 190 Tamarack Way, Fort McMurray 4.56 km Frank Spragins High School 190 Tamarack Way, Fort McMurray 4.56 km St Gabriel School 585 Signal Road, Fort McMurray 4.91 km Distances are estimated from a central point within the community. Abasand Closest Libraries NAME/ADDRESS DISTANCE Keyano College Library 8115 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray 1.63 km Alberta Law Libraries Courthouse, 9700 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray 1.76 km Suncor Community Leisure Centre 1 Macdonald Drive, Fort McMurray 3.10 km Wood Buffalo Regional Library 1 C.A. Knight Way MacDonald Island Park Lower Level, Fort McMurray 3.16 km Distances are estimated from a central point within the community.
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Fort McMurray Livability Data
| Category | Rating | Reviews | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Livability | 4.7 / 5 | 552 | Weighted average of all resident ratings |
| Pedestrian-friendly | 4/5 | 37 | How easy it is to get around on foot |
| Cycling-friendly | 4/5 | 29 | How bike-friendly the streets are |
| Transit | 4/5 | 52 | Access to buses, trains, and subways |
| Car-friendly | 4/5 | 47 | How easy it is to drive and park |
| Groceries | 4/5 | 61 | How close grocery stores are |
| Shopping | 4/5 | 48 | Shops and retail within reach |
| Cafés | 4/5 | 33 | Coffee shops and casual spots nearby |
| Restaurants | 4/5 | 57 | Places to eat out close by |
| Nightlife | 4/5 | 26 | Bars and evening spots in the area |
| High schools | 4/5 | 39 | Access to nearby high schools |
| Primary schools | 4/5 | 45 | Access to nearby elementary schools |
| Daycares | 4/5 | 31 | Childcare options close by |
| Quiet | 4/5 | 55 | How calm and low-noise the area is |
| Vibrant | 4/5 | 42 | How lively and busy it feels |
| Parks | 4/5 | 63 | Green space and parks nearby |
| Wellness | 4/5 | 36 | Gyms and health spots in reach |
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Safety: 4.5/5 – Active watch, low crime
Schools: 4.8/5 – Highly-rated
Housing Market: 4.7/5 – Diverse options
Commute: 4.6/5 – 25-35 min
Family-Friendly: 4.6/5 – Parks, events
Amenities: 4.3/5 – Shopping, dining
Diversity: 4.2/5 – Mixed demographics
Jobs: 4.3/5 – Local centers
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