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Edam, SK

Saskatchewan

Edam is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 476. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
476 Population 1,083/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $49,800 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$795 Median Rent 8.9% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $795/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population476
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,083/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$49,800
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty14.8%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$795
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units230
Rent Burden8.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,811 ft (552 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+31.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Edam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edam 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. Edam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edam is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edam is $174,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Edam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Edam has a population of 476 with a density of 1,083 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

476
Total Population
1,083
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Edam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg
Other Languages4.2%

Social Characteristics

Edam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edam is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% 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 26 minutes. 4.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Edam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Edam is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below the national average of $1,163). There are 230 total housing units in the city. 8.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% below US avg
Rent Burden8.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Renter-Occupied17.4%
Housing Units230

Property Tax

In Edam, 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: Edam 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

Edam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 307 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 15.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 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 1,811 feet.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.1°F
37% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,811 ft (552 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,083/sq mi
Coordinates53.1876°N, 108.7724°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.7 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 0.8 in

Edam has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F — from -2°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.6").

3.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% 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. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+31.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,083/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Edam

What is the population of Edam?

Edam has a population of 476 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,083 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Edam expensive to live in?

Edam 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 $68,500, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Edam?

Edam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Edam?

The unemployment rate in Edam is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 4.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Edam?

The median home value in Edam is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $795.

How are the schools in Edam?

3.6% of adults in Edam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Edam?

The obesity rate in Edam 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 Edam?

The average commute in Edam is 26 minutes. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Edam?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Edam is 100% White. 92.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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