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Gull Lake, SK

Saskatchewan

Gull Lake is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 908. Residents earn $73,000 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
908 Population 980/sq mi density
$73,000 Median Income $52,900 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$73,000 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $700/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,000
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population908
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density980/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,000
Per Capita$52,900
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty12.8%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$700
Ownership80.3%
Housing Units405
Rent Burden17.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,566 ft (782 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+30.7%
Graduate+1.4%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Gull Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gull Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Gull Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gull Lake is $73,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gull Lake is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gull Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches.

Gull Lake has a population of 908 with a density of 980 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (97.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents.

Population

908
Total Population
2021 Census
980
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gull Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish 0.6%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 7.7%

Social Characteristics

Gull Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gull Lake is $73,000, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,017, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 28 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 14.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Gull Lake vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$73,000
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,900
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gull Lake is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163). 80.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 405 total housing units in the city. 17.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.3%
Owner-Occupied80.3%
Renter-Occupied19.8%
Housing Units405

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, Gull Lake receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Gull Lake 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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Gull Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,566 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,566 ft (782 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density980/sq mi
Coordinates50.1001°N, 108.4847°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.6"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.07"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 0.9 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.7 in

Gull Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 10°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.5").

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7.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.7% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 88.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+30.7%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density980/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Radio Stations near Gull Lake

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJSN 1490 Shaunavon, SK country AAC+ 64 kbps

Gas Stations in Gull Lake

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Golf Courses in Gull Lake

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meadowdale Golf Course

Airports Near Gull Lake

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cabri Airport—Small Airport
Gull Lake Airport—Small Airport
Kyle Airport—Small Airport
Shaunavon Airport—Small Airport

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gull Lake

What is the population of Gull Lake?

Gull Lake has a population of 908 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 980 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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 49.7% female and 50.8% male.

Is Gull Lake expensive to live in?

The median household income is $73,000, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gull Lake safe?

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

What is the weather like in Gull Lake?

Gull Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gull Lake?

The job market in Gull Lake faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,017. There are 28 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 14.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gull Lake?

The median home value in Gull Lake is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $700. The homeownership rate is 80.3%.

How are the schools in Gull Lake?

7.9% of adults in Gull Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.7% have completed high school. 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Gull Lake?

The average commute in Gull Lake is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gull Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gull Lake is 97.1% White. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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