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Melville Beach, SK

Saskatchewan

Melville Beach is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 54. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
54 Population 1,293/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$231,833 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,833 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,833
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age66.5 yrs
Density1,293/mi²
Male / Female55% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.9%
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,833
Rent$840
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units22
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,503 ft (458 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute24 min

Is Melville Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melville Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, an elevated poverty rate. Melville Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melville Beach is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 Melville Beach 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 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

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Melville Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches.

Melville Beach has a population of 54 with a density of 1,293 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.9% of residents.

Population

54
Total Population
1,293
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Melville Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 9.1%

Social Characteristics

Melville Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melville Beach 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 average weekly wage is $887, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 37.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Melville Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,803
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,146
Avg Weekly Wage$887

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home37.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Melville Beach is $231,833, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 22 total housing units in the city. 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, 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 Burden28.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units22

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, Melville Beach receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Melville Beach 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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Melville Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 306 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 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,503 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,503 ft (458 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density1,293/sq mi
Coordinates50.6151°N, 102.7258°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.8"
56% below US avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 11, 2021.

Apr 14, 2010 2 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.4 74 km
Feb 1, 2012 8 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.1 68 km
Aug 16, 2019 18 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M4.0 64 km
Aug 11, 2021 25 km S of Langenburg, Canada M4.0 74 km
Sep 5, 2016 13 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.8 58 km
Apr 11, 2008 25 km ESE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.6 70 km
Jul 10, 1992 17 km E of Esterhazy, Canada M3.4 63 km
Jan 15, 2011 11 km NNW of Langenburg, Canada M3.1 78 km
Feb 24, 2006 15 km S of Langenburg, Canada M2.8 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 10°F (-13°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 0.9 in

Melville Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 3°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.5").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 84.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,293/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home37.2%

Airports Near Melville Beach

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Yorkton Municipal AirportYQVMedium Airport
Esterhazy Airport—Small Airport
Fillmore Airport—Small Airport
Grenfell Airport—Small Airport
Ituna Airport—Small Airport
Kipling Airport—Small Airport
Lemberg Airport—Small Airport
Melville Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Wawota Airport—Small Airport
Whitewood Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Melville Beach

What is the population of Melville Beach?

Melville Beach has a population of 54 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,293 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 66.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.6% female and 54.6% male.

Is Melville Beach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,803, 4% 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 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Melville Beach safe?

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

What is the weather like in Melville Beach?

Melville Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Melville Beach?

The unemployment rate in Melville Beach is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $887. There are 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 37.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Melville Beach?

The median home value in Melville Beach is $231,833. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Melville Beach?

32.9% of adults in Melville Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Melville Beach?

The average commute in Melville Beach 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 Melville Beach?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Melville Beach is 96.9% White, 1.5% Asian. 90.9% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

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