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Herbert, SK

Saskatchewan

Herbert is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 770. Residents earn $60,400 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
770 Population 540/sq mi density
$60,400 Median Income $43,400 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 6.4% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$60,400 median income, 12.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,400
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population770
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density540/mi²
Male / Female47% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,400
Per Capita$43,400
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty16.4%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$840
Ownership90.3%
Housing Units310
Rent Burden6.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain14.6 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+27.2%
Graduate+2.6%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Herbert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herbert receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Herbert has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herbert is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Herbert is $125,000, 56% 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 2.1x 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

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Herbert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°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 14.6 inches.

Herbert has a population of 770 with a density of 540 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 47.4% male. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 5.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.1% of residents.

Population

770
Total Population
2021 Census
540
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Herbert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.1%
8% above US avg
Spanish 0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages 14.3%

Social Characteristics

Herbert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herbert is $60,400, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $835, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 24 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 15.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Herbert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,400
Avg Weekly Wage$835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Herbert is $125,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 90.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 310 total housing units in the city. 6.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden6.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.3%
Owner-Occupied90.3%
Renter-Occupied9.7%
Housing Units310

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, Herbert receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Herbert 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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Herbert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. 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 14.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,280 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density540/sq mi
Coordinates50.4334°N, 107.2180°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.6"
62% below US avg
Snowfall 2.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.2 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.6 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.5 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.7 in

Herbert has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 8°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.4").

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6.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.2% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 79.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+27.2%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density540/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

Museums in Herbert

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Morse Museum and Cultural Centre

Gas Stations in Herbert

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-op
Co-op
Co-op Cardlock

Airports Near Herbert

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Swift Current AirportYYNMedium Airport
Central Butte AirportSmall Airport
Elbow AirstripSmall Airport
Gravelbourg AirportSmall Airport
Lucky Lake AirportSmall Airport
Poverty Valley AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Herbert

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Evangelical Free Church
Herbert Church of God
Herbert Mennonite Brethern Church
LIving Faith Fellowship
St Paul's Lutheran Church
St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Herbert

What is the population of Herbert?

Herbert has a population of 770 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 540 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 47.4% male.

Is Herbert expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,000 (56% 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 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Herbert safe?

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

What is the weather like in Herbert?

Herbert has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°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 14.6 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Herbert?

The job market in Herbert faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $835. There are 24 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 15.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Herbert?

The median home value in Herbert is $125,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 90.3%.

How are the schools in Herbert?

6.1% of adults in Herbert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.2% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Herbert?

The average commute in Herbert is 27 minutes. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Herbert?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Herbert is 92.1% White, 5.7% Asian. 85.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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