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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.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /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
3.0 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership94.9%
Housing Units590
Rent Burden10.2%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
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

Is Candle Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Candle Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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.

Candle Lake has a population of 1,160 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 24.3 square miles. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.8% of residents.

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 Only 91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish 3.0%
77% below US avg
Other Languages 5.2%

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. Per capita income is $58,200 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,119, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 36 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 24.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Candle Lake vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 94.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 590 total housing units in the city. 10.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

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

Homeownership94.9%
Owner-Occupied94.9%
Renter-Occupied5.9%
Housing Units590

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Candle Lake receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Candle Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Candle Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 303 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 17.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,631 feet.

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

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.9"
53% below US avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-19°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 18°F (-8°C) 0.7 in
April 35°F (2°C) 1.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
October 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
November 19°F (-8°C) 0.8 in
December 2°F (-16°C) 0.9 in

Candle Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from -1°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.6").

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11.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.4% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.6% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area24.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Gas Stations in Candle Lake

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

C&S Service
Race Trac
Tempo

Golf Courses in Candle Lake

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Candle Lake Golf Resort

Airports Near Candle Lake

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Prince Albert Glass FieldYPAMedium Airport
Candle Lake Airpark-Small Airport
Little Bear Lake Airport-Small Airport

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Candle Lake

What is the population of Candle Lake?

Candle Lake has a population of 1,160 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 24.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Candle Lake expensive to live in?

The median household income is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $400,000 (42% above 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 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Candle Lake safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Candle Lake receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Candle Lake?

Candle Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Candle Lake?

The job market in Candle Lake faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,119. There are 36 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 24.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Candle Lake?

The median home value in Candle Lake is $400,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 94.9%.

How are the schools in Candle Lake?

11.2% of adults in Candle Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.4% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Candle Lake?

The average commute in Candle Lake is 26 minutes. 93.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Candle Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Candle Lake is 97.8% White. 91.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 3% speak Spanish.

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