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Mervin, SK

Saskatchewan

Mervin is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 159. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
159 Population 599/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$139,000 Home Value
$840 Median 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
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 20.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $139,000
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.0%
456% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population159
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density599/mi²
Male / Female53% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment20.0%
Poverty16.9%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105

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+7.7%
High School+35.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Mervin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mervin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Mervin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mervin is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 20.0%, 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 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mervin is $139,000, 51% 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 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mervin 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 has a population of 159 with a density of 599 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.8% female and 53.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

159
Total Population
599
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mervin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mervin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mervin 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 unemployment rate is 20.0% (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 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mervin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.0%
456% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mervin is $139,000, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 105 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,000
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Renter-Occupied14.3%
Housing Units105

Property Tax

In Mervin, 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: Mervin 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 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 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 1,916 feet.

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)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density599/sq mi
Coordinates53.3349°N, 108.8764°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 19°F (-8°C) 0.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.7 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 0.8 in

Mervin has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F — from -2°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.5").

7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 93.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+35.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density599/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Mervin

What is the population of Mervin?

Mervin has a population of 159 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 599 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.8% female and 53.1% male.

Is Mervin expensive to live in?

Mervin 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 $77,803, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $139,000 (51% 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 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Mervin?

Mervin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Mervin?

The job market in Mervin faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mervin?

The median home value in Mervin is $139,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Mervin?

7.7% of adults in Mervin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mervin?

The obesity rate in Mervin 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 Mervin?

The average commute in Mervin is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mervin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mervin is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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