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Moosomin, SK

Saskatchewan

Moosomin is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 715. Residents earn $46,400 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
715 Population 27/sq mi density
$46,400 Median Income $21,300 per capita
$231,833 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$46,400 median income, 8.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$231,833 home value, $840/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,400
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $231,833
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.3%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.4%
258% higher than US avg

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

People

Population715
Median Age21.2 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

D
Median Income$46,400
Per Capita$21,300
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty44.4%
Commute15 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$231,833
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units195
Rent Burden16.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain19.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.3%
High School+31.5%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute15 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Moosomin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moosomin receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Moosomin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moosomin is $46,400, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 44.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moosomin is $231,833, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Moosomin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Moosomin has a population of 715 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

715
Total Population
2021 Census
27
People / sq mi
21.2yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
26.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Moosomin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.9%
11% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages30.1%

Social Characteristics

Moosomin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moosomin is $46,400, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 44.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Moosomin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,400
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate44.4%
258% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Moosomin is $231,833, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,833
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied0.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units195

Property Tax

In Moosomin, 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: Moosomin 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

Moosomin has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.4 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall4.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Area26.8 sq mi (69.4 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates50.1426°N, 101.6667°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.3%
93% below US avg
High School+31.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area26.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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