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Midale, SK

Saskatchewan

Midale is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 510. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
510 Population 817/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $54,600 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 20.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $840/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population510
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density817/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$54,600
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty16.0%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units195
Rent Burden20.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,909 ft (582 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+45.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Midale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midale receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Midale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midale is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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 Midale is $220,000, 22% 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

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 45.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Midale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Midale has a population of 510 with a density of 817 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

510
Total Population
817
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Midale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages4.9%

Social Characteristics

Midale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midale is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Midale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% 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 Time29.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Midale is $220,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden20.5%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%
Renter-Occupied15.4%
Housing Units195

Property Tax

In Midale, 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: Midale 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

Midale has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.9 inches. The area enjoys 307 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.9 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,909 ft (582 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density817/sq mi
Coordinates49.3947°N, 103.4114°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+45.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density817/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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