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Nipawin No. 487, SK

Saskatchewan

Nipawin No. 487 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 958. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
958 Population 3/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income $45,500 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 11.1% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

How Nipawin No. 487 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population958
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$45,500
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty7.8%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$840
Ownership97.4%
Housing Units380
Rent Burden11.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+31.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Nipawin No. 487 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nipawin No. 487 receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Nipawin No. 487 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nipawin No. 487 is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nipawin No. 487 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 2.9x 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

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nipawin No. 487 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average -5°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 17.5 inches.

Nipawin No. 487 has a population of 958 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 339.6 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (99.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.8% of residents.

Population

958
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
339.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Nipawin No. 487 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 5.2%

Social Characteristics

Nipawin No. 487 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nipawin No. 487 is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,500 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $875, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 30 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 30.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Nipawin No. 487 vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,500
Avg Weekly Wage$875

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Nipawin No. 487 is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 97.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 380 total housing units in the city. 11.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

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 Burden11.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership97.4%
Owner-Occupied97.4%
Renter-Occupied4.0%
Housing Units380

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, Nipawin No. 487 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Nipawin No. 487 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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Nipawin No. 487 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 69°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 17.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet.

Temperature

-5°F Jan (-21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average33.2°F
39% below US avg
January Average-5°F (-21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Area339.6 sq mi (879.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates53.3628°N, 104.0174°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below US avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -5°F (-21°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 4°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.8 in
April 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
December 2°F (-17°C) 0.8 in

Nipawin No. 487 has a seasonal temperature swing of 69°F / from -5°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.6").

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9.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+31.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area339.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.4%

Schools in Nipawin No. 487

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Central Park Elementary School — — — —
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Hotels in Nipawin No. 487

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kingfisher Inn

Cafes in Nipawin No. 487

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Gas Stations in Nipawin No. 487

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Co-op Gas Bar
Domo
Fas Gas

Banks in Nipawin No. 487

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Scotiabank

Airports Near Nipawin No. 487

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nipawin Airport—Medium Airport
Arborfield Airport—Small Airport
Melfort Airport—Small Airport
Squaw Rapids Airport—Small Airport
Tisdale AirportYTTSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nipawin No. 487

What is the population of Nipawin No. 487?

Nipawin No. 487 has a population of 958 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 339.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.8% male.

Is Nipawin No. 487 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $86,000, 14% 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 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Nipawin No. 487 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Nipawin No. 487 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Nipawin No. 487?

Nipawin No. 487 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -5°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 17.5 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Nipawin No. 487?

The job market in Nipawin No. 487 is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $875. There are 30 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 30.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Nipawin No. 487?

The median home value in Nipawin No. 487 is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 97.4%.

How are the schools in Nipawin No. 487?

9.8% of adults in Nipawin No. 487 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Nipawin No. 487?

The average commute in Nipawin No. 487 is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 30.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Nipawin No. 487?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Nipawin No. 487 is 99.5% White. 93.8% of residents speak only English at home.

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