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Mervin No. 499, SK

Saskatchewan

Mervin No. 499 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 1,711. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,711 Population 3/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $45,280 per capita
$348,000 Home Value
$810 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$348,000 home value, $810/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $348,000
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

How Mervin No. 499 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,711
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$45,280
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty16.0%
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$348,000
Rent$810
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units780
Rent Burden14.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+32.3%
Graduate+1.4%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mervin No. 499 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mervin No. 499 receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Mervin No. 499 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mervin No. 499 is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mervin No. 499 is $348,000, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mervin No. 499 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Mervin No. 499 has a population of 1,711 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

1,711
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
610.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mervin No. 499 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg
Other Languages3.8%

Social Characteristics

Mervin No. 499 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mervin No. 499 is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Mervin No. 499 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mervin No. 499 is $348,000, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,000
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.0%
Renter-Occupied7.1%
Housing Units780

Property Tax

In Mervin No. 499, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mervin No. 499 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

Mervin No. 499 has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. The area enjoys 307 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average33.7°F
38% below US avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)
Area610.7 sq mi (1,581.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates53.3349°N, 108.8764°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+32.3%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area610.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.4%

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