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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.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
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
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good 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
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units310
Rent Burden6.4%

Health

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

Climate

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

Is Herbert a Good Place to Live?

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

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.

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

Herbert has a population of 770 with a density of 540 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 5.7% Asian.

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 Only85.1%
8% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg
Other Languages14.3%

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. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Herbert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Herbert, 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: Herbert 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

Herbert has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.6 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.6 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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
6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density540/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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