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Meota, SK

Saskatchewan

Meota is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 325. Residents earn $87,000 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
325 Population 524/sq mi density
$87,000 Median Income $52,000 per capita
$226,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$87,000 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$226,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $87,000
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $226,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$87,000
Per Capita$52,000
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty7.6%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,000
Rent$840
Ownership93.6%
Housing Units155
Rent Burden10.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,768 ft (539 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Meota a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meota 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Meota offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meota is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meota is $226,000, 20% 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 2.6x 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

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Meota 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 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches.

Meota has a population of 325 with a density of 524 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (98.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.3% of residents.

Population

325
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Meota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish 3.1%
77% below US avg
Other Languages 4.6%

Social Characteristics

Meota vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meota is $87,000, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,000, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Meota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,000
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)10

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Meota is $226,000, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 93.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 155 total housing units in the city. 10.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,000
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.6%
Owner-Occupied93.6%
Renter-Occupied6.5%
Housing Units155

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, Meota receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Meota 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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Meota has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,768 feet.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.5°F
36% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,768 ft (539 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates53.0347°N, 108.4560°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.6"
59% below US avg
Snowfall 3.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M3.1 on Nov 29, 2001.

Nov 29, 2001 24 km SSW of Langham, Canada M3.1 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 6°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
October 40°F (4°C) 0.7 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 0.8 in

Meota has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from -2°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.6").

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14.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Radio Stations near Meota

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJNB 1050 "Saskatchewan Country" North Battleford, SK country AAC+ 48 kbps
CJHD "93.3 Beach Radio" North Battleford, SK classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CJCQ-FM 97.9 "Q98" North Battleford, SK hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Airports Near Meota

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
North Battleford AirportYQWMedium Airport
Cut Knife AirportSmall Airport
Edam AirportSmall Airport
Glaslyn AirportSmall Airport
Unity AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Meota

What is the population of Meota?

Meota has a population of 325 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 524 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Meota expensive to live in?

The median household income is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $226,000 (20% 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 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Meota safe?

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

What is the weather like in Meota?

Meota has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Meota?

The job market in Meota faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,000. There are 10 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 15.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Meota?

The median home value in Meota is $226,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 93.6%.

How are the schools in Meota?

14.0% of adults in Meota hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Meota?

The average commute in Meota is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Meota?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Meota is 98.3% White. 92.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish.

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