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Candle Lake, SK

Saskatchewan

Candle Lake is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 1,160. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,160 Population 48/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $58,200 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 10.2% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,160
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$58,200
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty5.2%
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$400,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units590
Rent Burden10.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+29.4%
Graduate+4.7%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Candle Lake a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Candle Lake is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Candle Lake is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Candle Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Candle Lake has a population of 1,160 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

1,160
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
24.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Candle Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
77% below US avg
Other Languages5.2%

Social Characteristics

Candle Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Candle Lake is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Candle Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Candle Lake is $400,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden10.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.9%
Renter-Occupied5.9%
Housing Units590

Property Tax

In Candle Lake, 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: Candle 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

Candle Lake has an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-19°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.0°F
39% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-19°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall4.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)
Area24.3 sq mi (62.9 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates53.7485°N, 105.2560°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+29.4%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area24.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.4%

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