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Milestone, SK

Saskatchewan

Milestone is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 682. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
682 Population 833/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $59,800 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 7.6% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population682
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density833/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$59,800
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty5.6%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units265
Rent Burden7.6%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+35.2%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute34 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Milestone a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milestone is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milestone is $250,000, 11% 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 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Milestone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Milestone has a population of 682 with a density of 833 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

682
Total Population
833
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Milestone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages4.4%

Social Characteristics

Milestone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milestone is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Milestone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Milestone is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden7.6%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%
Renter-Occupied18.9%
Housing Units265

Property Tax

In Milestone, 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: Milestone 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

Milestone has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 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) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.2 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,916 ft (584 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density833/sq mi
Coordinates49.9928°N, 104.5143°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
62% below US avg
High School+35.2%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density833/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.7%

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