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Holdfast, SK

Saskatchewan

Holdfast is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 173. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
173 Population 339/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$120,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
38°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
3.5 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population173
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density339/mi²
Male / Female54% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.9%
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$840
Ownership88.9%
Housing Units90
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,785 ft (544 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+17.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute12 min

Is Holdfast a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holdfast receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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, an elevated poverty rate. Holdfast offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holdfast is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holdfast is $120,000, 57% 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 1.5x 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

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Holdfast has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches.

Holdfast has a population of 173 with a density of 339 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.9% female and 54.3% male. The city is predominantly White (92%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.4% of residents.

Population

173
Total Population
339
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Holdfast vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 8.6%

Social Characteristics

Holdfast vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holdfast is $77,803, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,146 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $887, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 46.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Holdfast vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,803
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,146
Avg Weekly Wage$887

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.2 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home46.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Holdfast is $120,000, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 88.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 90 total housing units in the city. 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.9%
Owner-Occupied88.9%
Renter-Occupied11.1%
Housing Units90

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, Holdfast receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Holdfast 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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Holdfast has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. 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 15.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,785 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,785 ft (544 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density339/sq mi
Coordinates50.9585°N, 105.4215°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.7"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 2.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.8 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.8 in

Holdfast has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 4°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.5").

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8.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 76.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+17.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density339/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.2 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home46.2%

Libraries in Holdfast

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bethune Branch Public Library0.0

Gas Stations in Holdfast

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

McRae Farm Service

Airports Near Holdfast

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moose Jaw Air Vice Marshal C. M. McEwen AirportYMJMedium Airport
Craik Airport—Small Airport
Davidson Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Disley Airport—Small Airport
Imperial Airport—Small Airport
Lumsden (Colhoun) Airport—Small Airport
Moose Jaw Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Regina Beach Airport—Small Airport
Watrous Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Holdfast

What is the population of Holdfast?

Holdfast has a population of 173 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 339 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.9% female and 54.3% male.

Is Holdfast expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,803, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,000 (57% 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 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Holdfast safe?

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

What is the weather like in Holdfast?

Holdfast has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Holdfast?

The unemployment rate in Holdfast is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $887. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 46.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Holdfast?

The median home value in Holdfast is $120,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 88.9%.

How are the schools in Holdfast?

8.8% of adults in Holdfast hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Holdfast?

The average commute in Holdfast is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 46.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Holdfast?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Holdfast is 92% White. 91.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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