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Blaine Lake, SK

Saskatchewan

Blaine Lake is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 509. Residents earn $50,400 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
509 Population 707/sq mi density
$50,400 Median Income $36,000 per capita
$118,000 Home Value
$632 Median Rent 16.0% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$50,400 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,000 home value, $632/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,400
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $632
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.4%
129% higher than US avg

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

People

Population509
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density707/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,400
Per Capita$36,000
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty28.4%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,000
Rent$632
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units255
Rent Burden16.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+30.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute33 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Blaine Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blaine Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Blaine Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blaine Lake is $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 28.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blaine Lake is $118,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Blaine Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Blaine Lake has a population of 509 with a density of 707 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.3% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

509
Total Population
707
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Blaine Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg
Other Languages13.7%

Social Characteristics

Blaine Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blaine Lake is $50,400, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,000. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 13.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Blaine Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,400
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.4%
129% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blaine Lake is $118,000, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below the national average of $1,163). There are 255 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 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,000
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$632
46% below US avg
Rent Burden16.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%
Renter-Occupied25.5%
Housing Units255

Property Tax

In Blaine Lake, 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: Blaine Lake 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

Blaine Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 305 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 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 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 1,706 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.2°F
35% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density707/sq mi
Coordinates52.8278°N, 106.8779°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 8°F (-14°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
December 6°F (-14°C) 0.7 in

Blaine Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F — from 2°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.5").

5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.2% 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. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+30.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density707/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Blaine Lake

What is the population of Blaine Lake?

Blaine Lake has a population of 509 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 707 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Blaine Lake expensive to live in?

Blaine Lake 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 $50,400, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $118,000 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Blaine Lake?

Blaine Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Blaine Lake?

The unemployment rate in Blaine Lake is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 13.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Blaine Lake?

The median home value in Blaine Lake is $118,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $632.

How are the schools in Blaine Lake?

5.8% of adults in Blaine Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Blaine Lake?

The obesity rate in Blaine Lake 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 Blaine Lake?

The average commute in Blaine Lake is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Blaine Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Blaine Lake is 92.2% White, 2% Hispanic or Latino. 85.3% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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