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Moose Range No. 486, SK

Saskatchewan

Moose Range No. 486 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 942. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
942 Population 1/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $41,200 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$604 Median Rent 11.4% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $604/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

How Moose Range No. 486 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population942
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$41,200
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty12.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$604
Ownership88.6%
Housing Units350
Rent Burden11.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+28.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Moose Range No. 486 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moose Range No. 486 receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Moose Range No. 486 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moose Range No. 486 is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moose Range No. 486 is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x 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

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Moose Range No. 486 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches.

Moose Range No. 486 has a population of 942 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 935.9 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91% of residents.

Population

942
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
935.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Moose Range No. 486 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 8.5%

Social Characteristics

Moose Range No. 486 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moose Range No. 486 is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,200. The average weekly wage is $792, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 29 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 56.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Moose Range No. 486 vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,200
Avg Weekly Wage$792

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Moose Range No. 486 is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% below the national average of $1,163). 88.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 350 total housing units in the city. 11.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$604
48% below US avg
Rent Burden11.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.6%
Owner-Occupied88.6%
Renter-Occupied10.0%
Housing Units350

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, Moose Range No. 486 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Moose Range No. 486 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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Moose Range No. 486 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 68°F. The area gets 304 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 17.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,161 feet.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average33.3°F
38% below US avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Area935.9 sq mi (2,424.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates53.4383°N, 103.4058°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.9"
53% below US avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -4°F (-20°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 4°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.7 in
April 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 3°F (-16°C) 0.9 in

Moose Range No. 486 has a seasonal temperature swing of 68°F / from -4°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.6").

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6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+28.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area935.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.9%

Libraries in Moose Range No. 486

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Carrot River Public Library0.0

Airports Near Moose Range No. 486

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nipawin AirportMedium Airport
Arborfield AirportSmall Airport
Squaw Rapids AirportSmall Airport
Tisdale AirportYTTSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moose Range No. 486

What is the population of Moose Range No. 486?

Moose Range No. 486 has a population of 942 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 935.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Moose Range No. 486 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Moose Range No. 486 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Moose Range No. 486 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Moose Range No. 486?

Moose Range No. 486 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Moose Range No. 486?

The unemployment rate in Moose Range No. 486 is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $792. There are 29 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 56.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Moose Range No. 486?

The median home value in Moose Range No. 486 is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $604. The homeownership rate is 88.6%.

How are the schools in Moose Range No. 486?

6.3% of adults in Moose Range No. 486 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Moose Range No. 486?

The average commute in Moose Range No. 486 is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 56.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Moose Range No. 486?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Moose Range No. 486 is 96.3% White. 91% of residents speak only English at home.

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