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Climax, SK

Saskatchewan

Climax is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 137. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
137 Population 377/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density377/mi²
Male / Female56% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty16.9%
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$840
Ownership83.3%
Housing Units60
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation3,068 ft (935 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+38.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute15 min

Is Climax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Climax receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Climax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Climax is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. 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 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Climax is $60,000, 79% 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 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Climax has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°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 13.9 inches.

Climax has a population of 137 with a density of 377 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 55.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents.

Population

137
Total Population
2021 Census
377
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Climax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Climax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Climax 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 average weekly wage is $887, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Climax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,803
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,146
Avg Weekly Wage$887

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)4

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Climax is $60,000, 79% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 83.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 60 total housing units in the city. 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.3%
Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units60

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, Climax receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Climax 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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Climax has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°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 13.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,068 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,068 ft (935 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density377/sq mi
Coordinates49.2070°N, 108.3870°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.9"
63% below US avg
Snowfall 2.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 10, 2021.

Dec 5, 1991 15 km WSW of Hays, Montana M3.0 145 km
Jul 10, 2021 24 km SSE of Malta, Montana M2.7 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KATHRYN (3,971 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 KATHRYN 3,971 90 km
2006 HOWARD 3,884 100 km
2014 MIDDLE BLACK 3,854 77 km
2002 WHITEWATER 1,755 91 km
2005 BORDER 1,409 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
August 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in Warmest
September 54°F (12°C) 1.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 0.5 in

Climax has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 9°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 13.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 38.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 90.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+38.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density377/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Climax

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSN 1490 Shaunavon, SK country AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Climax

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chinook Regional Library0.0
Frontier Branch0.0

Airports Near Climax

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Frontier AirportSmall Airport
Harlem AirportSmall Airport
Hogeland AirportSmall Airport
Maddox Ranch Co AirportSmall Airport
Shaunavon AirportSmall Airport
Turner AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Climax

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Climax Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Climax

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Climax United Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Climax

What is the population of Climax?

Climax has a population of 137 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 377 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.2% female and 55.6% male.

Is Climax expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,803, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $60,000 (79% 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 0.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Climax safe?

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

What is the weather like in Climax?

Climax has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°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 13.9 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Climax?

The job market in Climax faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $887. There are 4 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Climax?

The median home value in Climax is $60,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 83.3%.

How are the schools in Climax?

0.0% of adults in Climax hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Climax?

The average commute in Climax is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Climax?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Climax is 100% White. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.7% speak Spanish.

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