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Briercrest, SK

Saskatchewan

Briercrest is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 155. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
155 Population 586/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density586/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.9%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units75

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain14.4 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation1,936 ft (590 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+29.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Briercrest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briercrest receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, an elevated poverty rate. Briercrest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Briercrest is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Briercrest is $160,000, 43% 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 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Briercrest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Briercrest has a population of 155 with a density of 586 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.2% female and 54.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

155
Total Population
586
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Briercrest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg
Other Languages3.2%

Social Characteristics

Briercrest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briercrest is $77,803, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,146 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% 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 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 38.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Briercrest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,803
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,146

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Briercrest is $160,000, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 75 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units75

Property Tax

In Briercrest, 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: Briercrest 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

Briercrest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 310 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 14.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 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 1,936 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.4 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,936 ft (590 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density586/sq mi
Coordinates50.1650°N, 105.2631°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
April 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 1.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 0.5 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in

Briercrest has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F — from 7°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.4").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% 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. 69.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+29.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density586/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Briercrest

What is the population of Briercrest?

Briercrest has a population of 155 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 586 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 45.2% female and 54.8% male.

Is Briercrest expensive to live in?

Briercrest 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 $77,803, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,000 (43% 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 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Briercrest?

Briercrest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.4 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Briercrest?

The unemployment rate in Briercrest is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 38.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Briercrest?

The median home value in Briercrest is $160,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Briercrest?

0.0% of adults in Briercrest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Briercrest?

The obesity rate in Briercrest 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 Briercrest?

The average commute in Briercrest is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 38.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Briercrest?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Briercrest is 100% White. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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