Calgary Economic Development
Phone: 403-221-7831
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Calgary's Economy

GDP

Calgary's Real GDP growth rate was 3.1 per cent in 2011.

Calgary had the second highest total labour force growth of all major Canadian cities over the past 10 years (2002-2011) at 26.4 per cent.

Calgary had the highest retail sales per capita in 2011 at $18,284 per 1,000 population.

Calgary averaged 12,300 housing starts per year over a ten year period (2002-2011).

Calgary has the highest concentration of head offices in Canada (on a per capita basis).

Known for its entrepreneurial spirit, Calgary has an excellent climate for small business enterprises.

Calgary had the highest personal income per capita in 2011 at $55,227.