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North Battleford, SK

Saskatchewan

North Battleford is a small city in Saskatchewan with a population of 13,836. Residents earn $74,000 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
13,836 Population 1,068/sq mi density
$74,000 Median Income $45,360 per capita
$224,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 17.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$74,000 median income, 10.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$224,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,000
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $224,000
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population13,836
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,068/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

C+
Median Income$74,000
Per Capita$45,360
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty15.0%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,000
Rent$900
Ownership64.0%
Housing Units5,695
Rent Burden17.1%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+31.8%
Graduate+3.1%

Community

Commute16 min

Is North Battleford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Battleford receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. North Battleford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Battleford is $74,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Battleford is $224,000, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x 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

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

North Battleford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow.

North Battleford has a population of 13,836 with a density of 1,068 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 1.6% Black, 13.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 79.9% of residents.

Population

13,836
Total Population
2021 Census
1,068
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
13.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

North Battleford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 79.9%
2% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg
Other Languages 19.0%

Social Characteristics

North Battleford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Battleford is $74,000, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $872, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 429 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Battleford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,000
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,360
Avg Weekly Wage$872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)429

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in North Battleford is $224,000, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 64.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,695 total housing units in the city. 17.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,000
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden17.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.0%
Owner-Occupied64.0%
Renter-Occupied35.9%
Housing Units5,695

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, North Battleford receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: North Battleford 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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North Battleford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 290 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 11.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,739 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Area13.0 sq mi (33.5 km²)
Population Density1,068/sq mi
Coordinates52.7797°N, 108.2967°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.1"
71% below US avg
Snowfall 10.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M3.1 on Nov 29, 2001.

Nov 29, 2001 24 km SSW of Langham, Canada M3.1 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 0.7 in
February 8°F (-14°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in
October 40°F (5°C) 0.7 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 6°F (-15°C) 0.7 in Coldest

North Battleford has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 6°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.5").

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12.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+31.8%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,068/sq mi
Total Area13.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home6.9%

Colleges & Universities in North Battleford

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
North West College
North West Regional College

Schools in North Battleford

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sakewew High School
Lawrence Elementary School
Phoenix School
Ecole Monseigneur Blaise Morand
Ecole Pere Mecure
Ecole Monseigneur Blaise Morand
Lawrence Elementary School
Phoenix School
St. Mary's School
North Battleford Comprehensive High School
Sakewew High School
McKitrick Community School,
Notre Dame School
Notre Dame School
McKitrick Community School,
Ecole Pere Mecure
Holy Family School
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Radio Stations near North Battleford

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJNB 1050 "Saskatchewan Country" North Battleford, SK country AAC+ 48 kbps
CJHD "93.3 Beach Radio" North Battleford, SK classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CJCQ-FM 97.9 "Q98" North Battleford, SK hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in North Battleford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Allen Sapp Gallery: The Gonor Collection
Chapel Gallery
Fort Battleford
Fort Battleford NHS Visitor Centre
Fred Light Museum
North Battleford Sports Hall of Fame & Museum
Saskatchewan Baseball Museum
Western Development Museum North Battleford

Libraries in North Battleford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Battleford Library0.0
North Battleford Public Library0.0

Cafes in North Battleford

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in North Battleford

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SpesMed Medical Specialist Centre

Gas Stations in North Battleford

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CA #1336278282
Centex GoMarket
Co-op
Esso
Petro-Canada
Turbo
Whiterock Gas Plus

Shopping Malls in North Battleford

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Territorial Place Mall

Gyms in North Battleford

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Snap Fitness

Breweries in North Battleford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
The Armoury

Airports Near North Battleford

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
North Battleford AirportYQWMedium Airport
Biggar AirportSmall Airport
Cut Knife AirportSmall Airport
Edam AirportSmall Airport
Glaslyn AirportSmall Airport
Spiritwood / H & M Fast FarmsSmall Airport
Spiritwood AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in North Battleford

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alliance Church
Hope Mennonite Fellowship
Living Faith Chapel
St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church
Trinity Baptist Church
Zion Lutheran Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Battleford

What is the population of North Battleford?

North Battleford has a population of 13,836 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,068 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is North Battleford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $74,000, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $224,000 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is North Battleford safe?

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

What is the weather like in North Battleford?

North Battleford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in North Battleford?

The job market in North Battleford faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $872. There are 429 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Battleford?

The median home value in North Battleford is $224,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 64.0%.

How are the schools in North Battleford?

12.9% of adults in North Battleford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.8% have completed high school. 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in North Battleford?

The average commute in North Battleford is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Battleford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Battleford is 83.9% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino, 13.1% Asian. 79.9% of residents speak only English at home.

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