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Kelvington, SK

Saskatchewan

Kelvington is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 827. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
827 Population 554/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $40,600 per capita
$135,000 Home Value
$695 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,000 home value, $695/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,000
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $695
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population827
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density554/mi²
Male / Female45% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$40,600
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty15.6%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,000
Rent$695
Ownership75.3%
Housing Units445
Rent Burden13.6%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,919 ft (585 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+39.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Kelvington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kelvington receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, below-average incomes. Kelvington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kelvington is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kelvington is $135,000, 52% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kelvington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches.

Kelvington has a population of 827 with a density of 554 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.2% female and 45.2% male. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.2% of residents.

Population

827
Total Population
2021 Census
554
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kelvington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish 0.6%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 10.2%

Social Characteristics

Kelvington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kelvington is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,600. The average weekly wage is $781, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 26 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Kelvington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,600
Avg Weekly Wage$781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kelvington is $135,000, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $695 (40% below the national average of $1,163). 75.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 445 total housing units in the city. 13.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,000
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$695
40% below US avg
Rent Burden13.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.3%
Owner-Occupied75.3%
Renter-Occupied22.5%
Housing Units445

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, Kelvington receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Kelvington 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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Kelvington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 303 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,919 feet.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.6°F
38% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,919 ft (585 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density554/sq mi
Coordinates52.1667°N, 103.5343°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below US avg
Snowfall 4.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.15"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-18°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 17°F (-9°C) 0.9 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
October 38°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 0.9 in

Kelvington has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from -1°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.6").

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8.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 74.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+39.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density554/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.9%

Airports Near Kelvington

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kelvington AirportSmall Airport
Porcupine Plain AirportSmall Airport
Quill Lake AirportSmall Airport
Tisdale AirportYTTSmall Airport
Wadena AirportSmall Airport
Wynyard / W.B. Needham FieldSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kelvington

What is the population of Kelvington?

Kelvington has a population of 827 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 554 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.2% female and 45.2% male.

Is Kelvington expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,000 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $695 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kelvington safe?

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

What is the weather like in Kelvington?

Kelvington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kelvington?

The unemployment rate in Kelvington is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $781. There are 26 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 15.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kelvington?

The median home value in Kelvington is $135,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $695. The homeownership rate is 75.3%.

How are the schools in Kelvington?

8.5% of adults in Kelvington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Kelvington?

The average commute in Kelvington is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kelvington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kelvington is 95.8% White, 3% Asian. 89.2% of residents speak only English at home.

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