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Laird, SK

Saskatchewan

Laird is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 265. Residents earn $60,400 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
265 Population 558/sq mi density
$60,400 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$60,400 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,400
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population265
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density558/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,400
Per Capita$37,600
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty16.5%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units115
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+43.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Laird a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laird receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Laird offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laird is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laird is $174,000, 38% 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 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Laird has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Laird has a population of 265 with a density of 558 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.1% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

265
Total Population
2021 Census
558
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Laird vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.9%
8% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg
Other Languages13.2%

Social Characteristics

Laird vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laird is $60,400, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% 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 28 minutes. 27.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Laird vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Laird is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 115 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Renter-Occupied8.7%
Housing Units115

Property Tax

In Laird, 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: Laird 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

Laird has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 305 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 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 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 1,726 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.3°F
35% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density558/sq mi
Coordinates52.7168°N, 106.5845°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 8°F (-14°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 0.8 in

Laird has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F — from 2°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.5").

0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% 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. 95.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+43.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density558/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Laird

What is the population of Laird?

Laird has a population of 265 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 558 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.1% female and 50.9% male.

Is Laird expensive to live in?

Laird 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 $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% 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 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Laird?

Laird has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Laird?

The unemployment rate in Laird is 6.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 27.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Laird?

The median home value in Laird is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Laird?

0.0% of adults in Laird hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Laird?

The obesity rate in Laird 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 Laird?

The average commute in Laird is 28 minutes. 95.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Laird?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Laird is 100% White. 84.9% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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