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Kelliher, SK

Saskatchewan

Kelliher is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 244. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
244 Population 246/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$536 Median Rent
35°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 12.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $536/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $536
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population244
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density246/mi²
Male / Female47% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty16.9%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$536
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,208 ft (673 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+36.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Kelliher a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kelliher receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Kelliher offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kelliher is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. 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 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kelliher is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $536 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kelliher has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Kelliher has a population of 244 with a density of 246 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.8% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

244
Total Population
246
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Kelliher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg
Other Languages10.2%

Social Characteristics

Kelliher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kelliher 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 unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kelliher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Kelliher is $80,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $536 (54% below the national average of $1,163). There are 140 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$536
54% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied28.6%
Housing Units140

Property Tax

In Kelliher, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Kelliher 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

Kelliher has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 302 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 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,208 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.7°F
36% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.5 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,208 ft (673 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates51.2667°N, 103.7333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.9 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 1.0 in

Kelliher has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 1°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.6").

12.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 94.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+36.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density246/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Kelliher

What is the population of Kelliher?

Kelliher has a population of 244 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 246 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 46.9% male.

Is Kelliher expensive to live in?

Kelliher is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $77,803, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $536 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kelliher?

Kelliher has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Kelliher?

The job market in Kelliher faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kelliher?

The median home value in Kelliher is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $536.

How are the schools in Kelliher?

12.8% of adults in Kelliher hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Kelliher?

The obesity rate in Kelliher is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Kelliher?

The average commute in Kelliher is 29 minutes. 94.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kelliher?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kelliher is 100% White. 87.8% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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