Median Income
$65,500
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$715
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.6%
42% higher than US avg
How Maple Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,176
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density1,295/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B
Median Income$65,500
Per Capita$43,520
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty17.6%
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$715
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units985
Rent Burden17.7%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQIN/A
Elevation2,520 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+35.3%
Graduate+3.0%
Is Maple Creek a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Maple Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Maple Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Maple Creek is $65,500, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Maple Creek is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $715 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school.
Maple Creek has a population of 2,176 with a density of 1,295 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 6.6% Asian.
Population
2,176
Total Population
2021 Census
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Maple Creek vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Other Languages | 9.2% |
Social Characteristics
Maple Creek vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Maple Creek is $65,500, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income: Maple Creek vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,500 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,520 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% |
| 42% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
The median home value in Maple Creek is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $715 (39% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,000 |
| 36% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $715 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 79.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.8% |
| Housing Units | 985 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Maple Creek vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Maple Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Elevation | 2,520 ft (768 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,295/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.9063°N, 109.4809°W |
| Timezone | America/Regina |