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Bethune, SK

Saskatchewan

Bethune is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 560. Residents earn $78,000 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
560 Population 611/sq mi density
$78,000 Median Income $51,000 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 11.9% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$78,000 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,000
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density611/mi²
Male / Female52% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$78,000
Per Capita$51,000
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty9.5%
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units210
Rent Burden11.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,827 ft (557 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute36 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bethune a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethune receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Bethune offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethune is $78,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bethune is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bethune has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°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.

Bethune has a population of 560 with a density of 611 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

560
Total Population
611
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethune vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.8%

Social Characteristics

Bethune vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethune is $78,000, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% 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 36 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 18.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Bethune vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,000
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethune is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 210 total housing units in the city. 11.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden11.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%
Renter-Occupied7.1%
Housing Units210

Property Tax

In Bethune, 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: Bethune 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

Bethune has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°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 3.3 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 1,827 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,827 ft (557 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density611/sq mi
Coordinates50.7112°N, 105.2082°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 11°F (-11°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 67°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in

Bethune has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 4°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.5").

6.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density611/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bethune

What is the population of Bethune?

Bethune has a population of 560 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 611 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years. The population is 47.3% female and 51.8% male.

Is Bethune expensive to live in?

Bethune 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 $78,000, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bethune?

Bethune has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°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 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Bethune?

The job market in Bethune faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 36 minutes, and 18.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bethune?

The median home value in Bethune is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Bethune?

6.4% of adults in Bethune hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bethune?

The obesity rate in Bethune 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 Bethune?

The average commute in Bethune is 36 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bethune?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bethune is 100% White. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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