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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.

3.8 /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
3.8 / 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
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units380
Rent Burden11.1%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Nipawin No. 487 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nipawin No. 487 receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Nipawin No. 487 has a population of 958 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

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 Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages5.2%

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. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Nipawin No. 487 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Nipawin No. 487, 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: Nipawin No. 487 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

Nipawin No. 487 has an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average -5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.5 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.5 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

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
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area339.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

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