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Fort Qu'Appelle, SK

Saskatchewan

Fort Qu'Appelle is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 1,972. Residents earn $66,500 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,972 Population 1,003/sq mi density
$66,500 Median Income $40,120 per capita
$224,000 Home Value
$960 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
36°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
2.8 / 5.0
$66,500 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$224,000 home value, $960/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,500
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $224,000
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

How Fort Qu'Appelle Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,972
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density1,003/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,500
Per Capita$40,120
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty15.9%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,000
Rent$960
Ownership73.5%
Housing Units850
Rent Burden18.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,594 ft (486 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+33.1%
Graduate+2.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Fort Qu'Appelle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Qu'Appelle receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Fort Qu'Appelle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Qu'Appelle is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Qu'Appelle is $224,000, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fort Qu'Appelle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches.

Fort Qu'Appelle has a population of 1,972 with a density of 1,003 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.8% female and 46.5% male. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 10.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.8% of residents.

Population

1,972
Total Population
2021 Census
1,003
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Qu'Appelle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 11.7%

Social Characteristics

Fort Qu'Appelle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Qu'Appelle is $66,500, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,120. The average weekly wage is $772, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 61 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fort Qu'Appelle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,500
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,120
Avg Weekly Wage$772

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Qu'Appelle is $224,000, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below the national average of $1,163). 73.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 850 total housing units in the city. 18.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,000
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.5%
Owner-Occupied73.5%
Renter-Occupied26.5%
Housing Units850

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, Fort Qu'Appelle receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Fort Qu'Appelle 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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Fort Qu'Appelle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 305 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 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,594 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,594 ft (486 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density1,003/sq mi
Coordinates50.7668°N, 103.8010°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.9"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 3.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.07"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 16, 2019.

Apr 14, 2010 2 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.4 145 km
Feb 1, 2012 8 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.1 140 km
Aug 16, 2019 18 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M4.0 139 km
Sep 5, 2016 13 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.8 133 km
Apr 11, 2008 25 km ESE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.6 147 km
Jul 10, 1992 17 km E of Esterhazy, Canada M3.4 139 km
Jan 15, 2011 11 km NNW of Langenburg, Canada M3.1 145 km
Feb 24, 2006 15 km S of Langenburg, Canada M2.8 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 0.9 in

Fort Qu'Appelle has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 2°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.6").

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15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.1% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 77.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+33.1%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,003/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Museums in Fort Qu'Appelle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fort Qu’Appelle Museum
Indian Head Museum

Libraries in Fort Qu'Appelle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fort Qu'Appelle Public Library Branch0.0

Hotels in Fort Qu'Appelle

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Country Squire Inn

Cafes in Fort Qu'Appelle

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Fort Qu'Appelle

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petro-Canada
Shell

Gyms in Fort Qu'Appelle

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

K2 Crosstraining

Ski Resorts Near Fort Qu'Appelle

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mission Ridge Winter Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Fort Qu'Appelle

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ituna Airport-Small Airport
Lemberg Airport-Small Airport
Loon Creek Airfield-Small Airport
Odessa / Strawberry Lakes Airstrip-Small Airport
Pilot Butte Airport-Small Airport
White City (Radomsky) Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fort Qu'Appelle

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Valley Alliance

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Qu'Appelle

What is the population of Fort Qu'Appelle?

Fort Qu'Appelle has a population of 1,972 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,003 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.8% female and 46.5% male.

Is Fort Qu'Appelle expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $224,000 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fort Qu'Appelle safe?

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

What is the weather like in Fort Qu'Appelle?

Fort Qu'Appelle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fort Qu'Appelle?

The job market in Fort Qu'Appelle faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $772. There are 61 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fort Qu'Appelle?

The median home value in Fort Qu'Appelle is $224,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $960. The homeownership rate is 73.5%.

How are the schools in Fort Qu'Appelle?

15.9% of adults in Fort Qu'Appelle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.1% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Fort Qu'Appelle?

The average commute in Fort Qu'Appelle is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fort Qu'Appelle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fort Qu'Appelle is 89% White, 10.3% Asian. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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