Situated along Highway 13 in east-central Alberta, Strome lies within Flagstaff County, roughly 58 kilometres east of the City of Camrose. The community is believed to take its name from Stromeferry, a locality in Ross and Cromarty, Scotland, a nod to the heritage of early settlers who shaped the region. Today, Strome functions as a hamlet under the jurisdiction of Flagstaff County, a status it assumed on January 1, 2016, after previously holding village designation since February 3, 1910.
The roots of Strome stretch back to 1905, when the area began taking shape as a farming community. Max Knoll was among the first to establish a presence there, opening both a post office and a general store. The post office originally operated under the name Knollton before being renamed Strome on July 1, 1906. A hotel, hardware store, and church followed in the years after, reflecting steady growth in those early decades. According to the 2021 Census, Strome had a population of 232 people living in 112 of its 127 private dwellings, a decline of roughly 10.8% from the 260 residents recorded in 2016. The hamlet covers a land area of 0.91 square kilometres, giving it a population density of approximately 254.9 people per square kilometre. Those curious about the broader history of the area can visit the Sodbusters Archives Museum, an expansive local museum dedicated to preserving the stories of Strome and the surrounding communities.