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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.

Data updated June 2026

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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
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
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
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units195
Rent Burden16.3%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
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

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. 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

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.

Moosomin has a population of 715 with a density of 27 people per square mile, spread across 26.8 square miles. The median age is 21.2 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 69.9% of residents.

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 Only 69.9%
11% below US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 30.1%

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. Per capita income is $21,300 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $410, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 44.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 22 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Moosomin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,400
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,300
Avg Weekly Wage$410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate44.4%
258% above US avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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 median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 195 total housing units in the city. 16.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

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

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units195

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, Moosomin receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Moosomin 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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Moosomin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 301 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 19.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,896 feet.

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

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.4"
49% below US avg
Snowfall 4.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 11, 2021.

Apr 14, 2010 2 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.4 77 km
Feb 1, 2012 8 km SW of Langenburg, Canada M4.1 74 km
Aug 16, 2019 18 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M4.0 61 km
Aug 11, 2021 25 km S of Langenburg, Canada M4.0 54 km
Sep 5, 2016 13 km ENE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.8 66 km
Apr 11, 2008 25 km ESE of Esterhazy, Canada M3.6 50 km
Jul 10, 1992 17 km E of Esterhazy, Canada M3.4 57 km
Jan 15, 2011 11 km NNW of Langenburg, Canada M3.1 91 km
Feb 24, 2006 15 km S of Langenburg, Canada M2.8 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.0 in
April 38°F (3°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.2 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 0.9 in

Moosomin has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 3°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.6").

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2.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 93% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.4% of workers drive alone to work.

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area26.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Museums in Moosomin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Rocanville & District Museum

Libraries in Moosomin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library0.0
Rocanville Regional Library0.0

Hotels in Moosomin

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus
Canalta Hotel

Cafes in Moosomin

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Moosomin

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Borderland Co-op
CO-OP

Airports Near Moosomin

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Virden / RJ (Bob) Andrew Field Regional AerodromeMedium Airport
Alida/Cowan Farm Private AerodromeSmall Airport
Carlyle AirportSmall Airport
Esterhazy AirportSmall Airport
Maryfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Moosomin AirportSmall Airport
R.M. of Pipestone AirportSmall Airport
Rocanville AirportSmall Airport
Russell AirportSmall Airport
Virden (Gabrielle Farm) AirportSmall Airport
Wawota AirportSmall Airport
Whitewood AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moosomin

What is the population of Moosomin?

Moosomin has a population of 715 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 26.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.4% male.

Is Moosomin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,400, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,833 (18% 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 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Moosomin safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Moosomin receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Moosomin?

Moosomin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.4 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Moosomin?

The job market in Moosomin faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $410. There are 22 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Moosomin?

The median home value in Moosomin is $231,833. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Moosomin?

2.3% of adults in Moosomin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.5% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Moosomin?

The average commute in Moosomin is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Moosomin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Moosomin is 100% White. 69.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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