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Burstall, SK

Saskatchewan

Burstall is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 302. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
302 Population 718/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $53,600 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 15.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $840/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.2%
322% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population302
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density718/mi²
Male / Female52% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$53,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.2%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+42.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute30 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Burstall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burstall receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Burstall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burstall is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burstall is $110,000, 61% 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 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Burstall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Burstall has a population of 302 with a density of 718 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 6.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.3% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

302
Total Population
718
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Burstall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.3%
13% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
88% below US avg
Other Languages10%

Social Characteristics

Burstall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burstall is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% 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 30 minutes. 27.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Burstall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Burstall is $110,000, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 130 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.2%
Renter-Occupied7.7%
Housing Units130

Property Tax

In Burstall, 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: Burstall 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

Burstall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.5 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 2,392 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density718/sq mi
Coordinates50.6558°N, 109.9077°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
April 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.6 in

Burstall has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F — from 8°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (0.4").

5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 42.6% 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. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
84% below US avg
High School+42.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density718/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Burstall

What is the population of Burstall?

Burstall has a population of 302 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 718 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 51.7% male.

Is Burstall expensive to live in?

Burstall 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 $72,000, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,000 (61% 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 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Burstall?

Burstall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.5 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 Burstall?

The job market in Burstall faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 27.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Burstall?

The median home value in Burstall is $110,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Burstall?

5.6% of adults in Burstall hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Burstall?

The obesity rate in Burstall 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 Burstall?

The average commute in Burstall is 30 minutes. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Burstall?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Burstall is 95.2% White, 6.5% Black or African American. 88.3% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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