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Cumberland House, SK

Saskatchewan

Cumberland House is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 540. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
540 Population 87/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $32,600 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
32°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $785/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.4%
129% higher than US avg

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

People

Population540
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$32,600
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty28.4%
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units205
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (0°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+23.9%
Graduate+3.4%

Community

Commute8 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Cumberland House a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cumberland House 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, an elevated poverty rate. Cumberland House offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cumberland House is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 28.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cumberland House is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Cumberland House has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Cumberland House has a population of 540 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

540
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cumberland House vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.8%
1% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages22.2%

Social Characteristics

Cumberland House vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cumberland House is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Cumberland House vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.4%
129% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.3 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cumberland House is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.9%
Renter-Occupied56.1%
Housing Units205

Property Tax

In Cumberland House, 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: Cumberland House 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

Cumberland House has an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average -6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-6°F Jan (-21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average32.2°F
40% below US avg
January Average-6°F (-21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.0 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates53.9536°N, 102.2676°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+23.9%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.3 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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