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Bruno, SK

Saskatchewan

Bruno is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 604. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
604 Population 1,665/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $36,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 10.5% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 306 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
$58,000 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population604
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density1,665/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$36,200
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty22.0%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units290
Rent Burden10.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,857 ft (566 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+24.3%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bruno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruno 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. Bruno has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bruno is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bruno is $150,000, 47% 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

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bruno has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bruno has a population of 604 with a density of 1,665 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.9% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

604
Total Population
2021 Census
1,665
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg
Other Languages5.8%

Social Characteristics

Bruno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruno is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,200. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% 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 26 minutes. 12.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Bruno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruno is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 290 total housing units in the city. 10.5% 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$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden10.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.9%
Renter-Occupied12.1%
Housing Units290

Property Tax

In Bruno, 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: Bruno 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

Bruno has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 306 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 16.3 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 1,857 feet.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.3 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,857 ft (566 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,665/sq mi
Coordinates52.2668°N, 105.5178°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 8°F (-14°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 0.8 in

Bruno has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F — from 0°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.5").

6.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 80% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 61.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+24.3%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,665/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bruno

What is the population of Bruno?

Bruno has a population of 604 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,665 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.9% female and 52.1% male.

Is Bruno expensive to live in?

Bruno 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 $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% 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 Bruno?

Bruno has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 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 Bruno?

The job market in Bruno faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 12.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bruno?

The median home value in Bruno is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Bruno?

6.8% of adults in Bruno hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.3% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bruno?

The obesity rate in Bruno 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 Bruno?

The average commute in Bruno is 26 minutes. 61.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bruno?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bruno is 99.2% White. 90.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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