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Elrose, SK

Saskatchewan

Elrose is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 470. Residents earn $84,000 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
470 Population 422/sq mi density
$84,000 Median Income $56,800 per capita
$130,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$84,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,000
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population470
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density422/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,000
Per Capita$56,800
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.8%
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units200
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation2,060 ft (628 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+24.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute11 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Elrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elrose receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Elrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elrose is $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elrose is $130,000, 54% 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 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Elrose has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Elrose has a population of 470 with a density of 422 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (83.5%), with 16.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.3% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

470
Total Population
422
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Elrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.3%
12% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages11.7%

Social Characteristics

Elrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elrose is $84,000, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Elrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,000
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elrose is $130,000, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 200 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%
Renter-Occupied15.0%
Housing Units200

Property Tax

In Elrose, 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: Elrose 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

Elrose has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 310 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 14.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 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 2,060 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.1 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,060 ft (628 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density422/sq mi
Coordinates51.2000°N, 108.0332°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (5°C) 0.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 62°F (16°C) 2.5 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.7 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.6 in

Elrose has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F — from 4°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (0.4").

14.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 24.6% 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. 75% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+24.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density422/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Elrose

What is the population of Elrose?

Elrose has a population of 470 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 422 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Elrose expensive to live in?

Elrose 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 $84,000, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $130,000 (54% 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 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Elrose?

Elrose has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Elrose?

The unemployment rate in Elrose is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 20.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Elrose?

The median home value in Elrose is $130,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Elrose?

14.5% of adults in Elrose hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 24.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Elrose?

The obesity rate in Elrose 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 Elrose?

The average commute in Elrose is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Elrose?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Elrose is 83.5% White, 16.5% Asian. 88.3% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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