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Nipawin, SK

Saskatchewan

Nipawin is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 4,570. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,570 Population 1,326/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $44,800 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$795 Median Rent 16.4% income on rent
33°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $795/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,570
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density1,326/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$44,800
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty20.2%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$795
Ownership69.1%
Housing Units1,925
Rent Burden16.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+29.5%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute17 min

Is Nipawin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nipawin receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Nipawin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nipawin is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nipawin is $180,000, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x 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

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nipawin 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 has a population of 4,570 with a density of 1,326 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 6.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.7% of residents.

Population

4,570
Total Population
2021 Census
1,326
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nipawin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.7%
9% above US avg
Spanish 0.6%
96% below US avg
Other Languages 13.8%

Social Characteristics

Nipawin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nipawin is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $862, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 142 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Nipawin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,800
Avg Weekly Wage$862

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above US avg
Establishments (County)142

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nipawin is $180,000, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 69.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,925 total housing units in the city. 16.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% below US avg
Rent Burden16.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.1%
Owner-Occupied69.1%
Renter-Occupied30.7%
Housing Units1,925

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 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Nipawin 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 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 1,184 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

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density1,326/sq mi
Coordinates53.3668°N, 104.0009°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 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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11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.5% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 82.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+29.5%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,326/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Colleges & Universities in Nipawin

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Nipawin Bible College - - - - -

Schools in Nipawin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
L.P. Miller Comprehensive School - - - -
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Veterinaries in Nipawin

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #10783431824

Gas Stations in Nipawin

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Co-op Home
Esso

Airports Near Nipawin

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nipawin

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Emmanual Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nipawin

What is the population of Nipawin?

Nipawin has a population of 4,570 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,326 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Nipawin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,000 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Nipawin safe?

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

What is the weather like in Nipawin?

Nipawin 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?

The job market in Nipawin faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $862. There are 142 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 10.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Nipawin?

The median home value in Nipawin is $180,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $795. The homeownership rate is 69.1%.

How are the schools in Nipawin?

11.4% of adults in Nipawin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.5% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Nipawin?

The average commute in Nipawin is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Nipawin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Nipawin is 93.3% White, 6.4% Asian. 85.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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