Meadow Lake, SK — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $86,000

14% higher than US avg

Home Value $231,833

18% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.4%

66% lower than US avg

Median Rent $840

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.2%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 10.5%

192% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.9%

36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population10

Median Age41.8 yrs

Density10/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+

Median Income$86,000

Per Capita$46,146

Unemployment10.5%

Poverty16.9%

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$231,833

Rent$840

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units1,930

Rent Burden14.1%

Health

Obesity26.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking8.9%

Depression4.1%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)

AQI27 (Good)

Rain16.8 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.4%

High School+30.3%

Graduate+3.9%

Community

Commute24 min

Broadband94.0%

Is Meadow Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meadow Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Meadow Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meadow Lake is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.5%, 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 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meadow Lake is $231,833, 18% 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 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Meadow Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -0°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 16.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Meadow Lake has a population of 10 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

2021 Census

People / sq mi

41.8yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Meadow Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	87.0%
	11% above US avg
Spanish	0.8%
	94% below US avg
Other Languages	12.2%

Social Characteristics

Meadow Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meadow Lake is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,146 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (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 24 minutes. 37.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Meadow Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$86,000
	14% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,146

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	10.5%
	192% above US avg
Poverty Rate	16.9%
	36% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.8 min
Drive Alone	84.8%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	37.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Meadow Lake is $231,833, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,930 total housing units in the city. 14.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$231,833
	18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$840
	28% below US avg
Rent Burden	14.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	59.3%
Renter-Occupied	40.9%
Housing Units	1,930

Property Tax

In Meadow Lake, 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: Meadow Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.2%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	5.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Meadow Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°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 16.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 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 1,575 feet.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	34.4°F
	36% below US avg
January Average	-0°F (-18°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	16.8 inches
	56% below US avg
Snowfall	3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	27.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.5%

Geography

Elevation	1,575 ft (480 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	10/sq mi
Coordinates	54.1335°N, 108.4347°W
Timezone	America/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-0°F (-18°C)	0.6 in	Coldest
February	8°F (-14°C)	0.5 in	Driest
March	19°F (-7°C)	0.7 in
April	38°F (3°C)	1.0 in
May	51°F (11°C)	1.8 in
June	59°F (15°C)	2.6 in
July	63°F (17°C)	3.1 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	61°F (16°C)	2.5 in
September	50°F (10°C)	1.7 in
October	39°F (4°C)	0.9 in
November	20°F (-7°C)	0.8 in
December	5°F (-15°C)	0.8 in

Meadow Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from -0°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.5").

11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.4%
	66% below US avg
High School+	30.3%
Graduate Degree+	3.9%

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	10/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.8 min
Drive Alone	84.8%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	37.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Meadow Lake

What is the population of Meadow Lake?

Meadow Lake has a population of 10 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Meadow Lake expensive to live in?

Meadow Lake 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 $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,833 (18% 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 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Meadow Lake?

Meadow Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -0°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 16.8 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Meadow Lake?

The job market in Meadow Lake faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 37.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Meadow Lake?

The median home value in Meadow Lake is $231,833. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Meadow Lake?

11.4% of adults in Meadow Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.3% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Meadow Lake?

The obesity rate in Meadow Lake 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 Meadow Lake?

The average commute in Meadow Lake is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 37.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Meadow Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Meadow Lake is 96.9% White, 1.5% Asian. 87% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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