The area was annexed to the City of Calgary in 1910 (under the name Sarcee Park[3] ) and Rutland Park was established in 1952.[4] It is represented in the Calgary City Council by the Ward 11 councillor.[1]
Demographics
In the City of Calgary's 2012 municipal census, Rutland Park had a population of 2,227 living in 972 dwellings, a -3.6% increase from its 2011 population of 2,309.[5] With a land area of 0.7 km2 (0.27 sq mi), it had a population density of 3,180/km2 (8,200/sq mi) in 2012.[6][5]
Residents in this community had a median household income of $46,545 in 2000, and there were 15.5% low income residents living in the neighbourhood.[7] As of 2000, 13.2% of the residents were immigrants. A proportion of 8.9% of the buildings were condominiums or apartments, and 53% of the housing was used for renting.[2]
Education
The community is served by Sir James Lougheed Elementary public school.