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Aberdeen, SK

Saskatchewan · Saskatoon Metro

Aberdeen is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 716. Residents earn $95,000 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
716 Population 944/sq mi density
$95,000 Median Income $52,400 per capita
$290,000 Home Value
$980 Median Rent 16.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$95,000 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$290,000 home value, $980/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,000
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,000
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

How Aberdeen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population716
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density944/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$95,000
Per Capita$52,400
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty9.2%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,000
Rent$980
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden16.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+32.0%
Graduate+6.2%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Aberdeen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aberdeen receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Aberdeen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aberdeen is $95,000, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aberdeen is $290,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Aberdeen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Aberdeen has a population of 716 with a density of 944 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

716
Total Population
944
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Aberdeen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg
Other Languages5.6%

Social Characteristics

Aberdeen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aberdeen is $95,000, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 14.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Aberdeen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,000
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Aberdeen is $290,000, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below the national average of $1,163). There are 260 total housing units in the city. 16.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,000
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% below US avg
Rent Burden16.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%
Renter-Occupied13.5%
Housing Units260

Property Tax

In Aberdeen, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Aberdeen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Aberdeen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,699 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,699 ft (518 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density944/sq mi
Coordinates52.3272°N, 106.2901°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
October 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.7 in

Aberdeen has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 1°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.5").

14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+32.0%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density944/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Aberdeen

What is the population of Aberdeen?

Aberdeen has a population of 716 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 944 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 48.3% male.

Is Aberdeen expensive to live in?

Aberdeen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $95,000, 26% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $290,000 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Aberdeen?

Aberdeen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Aberdeen?

The job market in Aberdeen faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 14.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Aberdeen?

The median home value in Aberdeen is $290,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $980.

How are the schools in Aberdeen?

14.4% of adults in Aberdeen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.0% have completed high school. 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Aberdeen?

The obesity rate in Aberdeen is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Aberdeen?

The average commute in Aberdeen is 29 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Aberdeen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Aberdeen is 95.6% White, 2.2% Black or African American. 91.6% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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