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Estevan No. 5, SK

Saskatchewan

Estevan No. 5 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 1,279. Residents earn $126,000 per year, which is 68% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,279 Population 4/sq mi density
$126,000 Median Income $79,600 per capita
$448,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 6.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
130 Violent Crime/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$126,000 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
130 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $126,000
68% higher than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 130/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

How Estevan No. 5 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,279
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$126,000
Per Capita$79,600
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty6.4%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$448,000
Rent$950
Ownership90.5%
Housing Units475
Rent Burden6.0%

Crime

C
Violent130/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder2.3/100K

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+40.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Estevan No. 5 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Estevan No. 5 receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Estevan No. 5 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Estevan No. 5 is $126,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 68% above $75,149. This places Estevan No. 5 among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Estevan No. 5 is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Estevan No. 5 is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Estevan No. 5 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Estevan No. 5 has a population of 1,279 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 298.1 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,279
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
298.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Estevan No. 5 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 2.4%

Social Characteristics

Estevan No. 5 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Estevan No. 5 is $126,000, which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $79,600 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Estevan No. 5 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,000
68% above US avg
Per Capita Income$79,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Estevan No. 5 is $448,000, 59% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 90.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 475 total housing units in the city. 6.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden6.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.5%
Owner-Occupied90.5%
Renter-Occupied9.5%
Housing Units475

Property Tax

In Estevan No. 5, 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: Estevan No. 5 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

Estevan No. 5 has a violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 2.3 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Estevan No. 5 receives a safety grade of C.

Crime Rates: Estevan No. 5 vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent129.5/100K
66% below US avg
Murder2.3/100K
64% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
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Estevan No. 5 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 306 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 16.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 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 1,873 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)
Area298.1 sq mi (772.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates49.1428°N, 102.9911°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.6"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.3 on Sep 28, 2012.

Nov 11, 1998 10 km SW of Grenora, North Dakota M3.5 101 km
Sep 28, 2012 22 km ESE of Williston, North Dakota M3.3 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WILLIAMS CO WILDLAND FIRE (67,150 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 WILLIAMS CO WILDLAND FIRE 67,150 85 km
2015 LOSTWOOD WILDERNESS 2015 6,837 67 km
2005 H RX 05 WILD 5,644 67 km
1986 WILDERNESS 5,615 67 km
1997 WILDERNESS 5,556 67 km
2005 CLEAR LAKE 5,040 94 km
2005 LOSTWOOD NON-NFP 2,769 72 km
2006 HB 35 2,164 73 km
2023 NDLWR-HFR-FY23-RX-ASPEN 2,074 71 km
2017 NDLWR FY17 RX CENTRAL CORE 1,899 71 km
2016 LWR WUI RX FESCUE 2016 1,802 73 km
1993 KRUSES 1,802 74 km
1990 KRUSES 1,619 74 km
1986 KRUSES 1,615 74 km
1996 KRUSES 1,516 74 km
2003 KRUSE 1,507 74 km
1987 TEAL 1,470 69 km
2001 HB 35 1,441 74 km
2010 ASPEN HFR 1,333 71 km
1992 ASPEN 1,328 72 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.6 in

Estevan No. 5 has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 6°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.5").

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4.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 40.8% 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. 90.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+40.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area298.1 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home17.8%

Radio Stations near Estevan No. 5

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSL "CJ-1150" Estevan SK country AAC+ 63 kbps
CHSN-FM "Sun 102.3" Estevan, SK hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CKSE 106.1 "Rock 106" Estevan, SK mainstream rock AAC+ 64 kbps

Airports Near Estevan No. 5

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Estevan AirportYENMedium Airport
Arcola Airport—Small Airport
Blue Sky Airport—Small Airport
Bowbells Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Brigden Field—Small Airport
Bryant Airport—Small Airport
Carlyle Airport—Small Airport
Columbus Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Crosby Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Estevan (South) Airport—Small Airport
Fillmore Airport—Small Airport
Lampman Airport—Small Airport
Lampman/Spitfire Air Airport—Small Airport
Overland-Lohse Field—Small Airport
Strom Private Airport—Small Airport
Troy Field—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Estevan No. 5

What is the population of Estevan No. 5?

Estevan No. 5 has a population of 1,279 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 298.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.2% male.

Is Estevan No. 5 expensive to live in?

Estevan No. 5 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 $126,000, 68% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $448,000 (59% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Estevan No. 5 safe?

Estevan No. 5 is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Estevan No. 5 receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Estevan No. 5?

Estevan No. 5 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.6 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Estevan No. 5?

The unemployment rate in Estevan No. 5 is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 17.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Estevan No. 5?

The median home value in Estevan No. 5 is $448,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. The homeownership rate is 90.5%.

How are the schools in Estevan No. 5?

4.4% of adults in Estevan No. 5 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Estevan No. 5?

The obesity rate in Estevan No. 5 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 Estevan No. 5?

The average commute in Estevan No. 5 is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.9% use public transit, and 17.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Estevan No. 5?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Estevan No. 5 is 99.2% White. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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