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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.

3.2 /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
3.2 / 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
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units405
Rent Burden17.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Gull Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gull Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Gull Lake has a population of 908 with a density of 980 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

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 Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg
Other Languages7.7%

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. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Gull Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,000
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% 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 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 average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Gull Lake, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gull Lake 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

Gull Lake has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.6 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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
7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density980/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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