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Kamsack, SK

Saskatchewan

Kamsack is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 1,779. Residents earn $58,400 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,779 Population 812/sq mi density
$58,400 Median Income $41,800 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 12.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$58,400 median income, 12.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,400
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.3%
242% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,779
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density812/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

C
Median Income$58,400
Per Capita$41,800
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty19.5%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$850
Ownership72.2%
Housing Units790
Rent Burden12.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+29.0%
Graduate+1.8%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Kamsack a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kamsack 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, below-average incomes. Kamsack has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kamsack is $58,400, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kamsack is $90,000, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kamsack has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches.

Kamsack has a population of 1,779 with a density of 812 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 7.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.5% of residents.

Population

1,779
Total Population
2021 Census
812
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kamsack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.5%
5% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
94% below US avg
Other Languages 16.6%

Social Characteristics

Kamsack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kamsack is $58,400, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,800. The average weekly wage is $804, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 55 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Kamsack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,400
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,800
Avg Weekly Wage$804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)55

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kamsack is $90,000, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 72.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 790 total housing units in the city. 12.0% 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$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden12.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.2%
Owner-Occupied72.2%
Renter-Occupied28.5%
Housing Units790

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, Kamsack receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kamsack 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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Kamsack has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 68°F. The area gets 301 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 19.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density812/sq mi
Coordinates51.5667°N, 101.9009°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.1"
50% below US avg
Snowfall 4.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 11, 2021.

Apr 14, 2010 2 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.4 82 km
Feb 1, 2012 8 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.1 85 km
Aug 16, 2019 18 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M4.0 98 km
Aug 11, 2021 25 km S of Langenburg, Canada M4.0 106 km
Sep 5, 2016 13 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.8 95 km
Apr 11, 2008 25 km ESE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.6 110 km
Jul 10, 1992 17 km E of Esterhazy, Canada M3.4 103 km
Jan 15, 2011 11 km NNW of Langenburg, Canada M3.1 69 km
Feb 24, 2006 15 km S of Langenburg, Canada M2.8 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -4°F (-20°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 0.9 in
April 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 40°F (4°C) 1.0 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.9 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 1.0 in

Kamsack has a seasonal temperature swing of 68°F / from -4°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.7").

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9.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+29.0%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density812/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Museums in Kamsack

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
National Doukhobor Heritage Village

Gas Stations in Kamsack

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kamsack Co-op Gas Bar
Petro-Canada

Ski Resorts Near Kamsack

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Duck Mountain Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Kamsack

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Swan River AirportZJNMedium Airport
Yorkton Municipal AirportYQVMedium Airport
Canora Airport-Small Airport
Churchbridge Airport-Small Airport
Kamsack Airport-Small Airport
Preeceville Airport-Small Airport
PVA1 Airport-Small Airport
Roblin Airport-Small Airport
Stenen/Clayton Air 3 Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kamsack

What is the population of Kamsack?

Kamsack has a population of 1,779 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 812 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.5% male.

Is Kamsack expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,400, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,000 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $850 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 Kamsack safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kamsack?

Kamsack has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kamsack?

The job market in Kamsack faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $804. There are 55 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 14.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kamsack?

The median home value in Kamsack is $90,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $850. The homeownership rate is 72.2%.

How are the schools in Kamsack?

9.1% of adults in Kamsack hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.0% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kamsack?

The average commute in Kamsack is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kamsack?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kamsack is 91.7% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 7.4% Asian. 82.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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