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Katepwa, SK

Saskatchewan

Katepwa is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 539. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
539 Population 311/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $66,800 per capita
$480,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 9.3% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$480,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $480,000
70% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population539
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density311/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$66,800
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty5.2%
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$480,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units270
Rent Burden9.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+4.1%

Community

Commute32 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Katepwa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Katepwa receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Katepwa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Katepwa is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Katepwa among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Katepwa is $480,000, making it a premium housing market at 70% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Katepwa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Katepwa has a population of 539 with a density of 311 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

539
Total Population
311
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Katepwa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages2.8%

Social Characteristics

Katepwa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Katepwa is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Katepwa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Katepwa is $480,000, 70% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$480,000
70% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden9.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.3%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units270

Property Tax

In Katepwa, 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: Katepwa 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

Katepwa has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.8 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.8 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density311/sq mi
Coordinates50.6903°N, 103.6165°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+31.6%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density311/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Nearby Cities

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