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Muenster, SK

Saskatchewan

Muenster is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 403. Residents earn $78,500 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
403 Population 765/sq mi density
$78,500 Median Income $46,800 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
34°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
3.2 / 5.0
$78,500 median income, 10.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,500
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.8%
200% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density765/mi²
Male / Female49% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$78,500
Per Capita$46,800
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty9.0%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units175
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,903 ft (580 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+31.8%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Muenster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muenster 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Muenster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muenster is $78,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muenster 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. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Muenster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Muenster has a population of 403 with a density of 765 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

403
Total Population
2021 Census
765
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Muenster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages2.5%

Social Characteristics

Muenster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muenster is $78,500, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Muenster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,500
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Muenster is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 175 total housing units in the city. 20.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

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 Burden20.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Renter-Occupied14.3%
Housing Units175

Property Tax

In Muenster, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Muenster 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

Muenster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 307 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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,903 feet.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.3°F
36% below US avg
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,903 ft (580 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density765/sq mi
Coordinates52.1900°N, 104.9940°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -0°F (-18°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 19°F (-8°C) 0.8 in
April 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
December 5°F (-15°C) 0.8 in

Muenster has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from -0°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.6").

15.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 93.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+31.8%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density765/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Muenster

What is the population of Muenster?

Muenster has a population of 403 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 765 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 48.8% male.

Is Muenster expensive to live in?

Muenster is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $78,500, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% 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 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Muenster?

Muenster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Muenster?

The job market in Muenster faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Muenster?

The median home value in Muenster is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Muenster?

15.2% of adults in Muenster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Muenster?

The obesity rate in Muenster is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Muenster?

The average commute in Muenster is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Muenster?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Muenster is 100% White. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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