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Bienfait, SK

Saskatchewan

Bienfait is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 668. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
668 Population 566/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $58,600 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 11.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 13.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.2%
267% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population668
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density566/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$58,600
Unemployment13.2%
Poverty10.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden11.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+46.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bienfait a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bienfait is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.2%, unemployment is notably high. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bienfait is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bienfait has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bienfait has a population of 668 with a density of 566 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

668
Total Population
2021 Census
566
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bienfait vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages3.8%

Social Characteristics

Bienfait vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bienfait is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bienfait vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.2%
267% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bienfait is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden11.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%
Renter-Occupied17.3%
Housing Units260

Property Tax

In Bienfait, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bienfait 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

Bienfait has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.9°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,900 ft (579 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density566/sq mi
Coordinates49.1430°N, 102.8050°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+46.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density566/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Nearby Cities

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