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Odessa, SK

Saskatchewan

Odessa is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 220. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
220 Population 529/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature 305 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
$77,803 median income, 13.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $840/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density529/mi²
Male / Female55% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty16.9%
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units100

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation2,162 ft (659 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+47.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute37 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Odessa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Odessa receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Odessa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Odessa is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Odessa is $200,000, 29% 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 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Odessa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Odessa has a population of 220 with a density of 529 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.2% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.5% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

220
Total Population
529
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Odessa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages4.6%

Social Characteristics

Odessa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Odessa is $77,803, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,146 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 17.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Odessa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,803
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,146

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Odessa is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 100 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units100

Property Tax

In Odessa, 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: Odessa 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

Odessa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 305 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 17.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 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 2,162 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.1 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,162 ft (659 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density529/sq mi
Coordinates50.2835°N, 103.7858°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 10°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
October 40°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.7 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 0.8 in

Odessa has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 2°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.6").

5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 47.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
84% below US avg
High School+47.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density529/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Odessa

What is the population of Odessa?

Odessa has a population of 220 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 529 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.2% female and 54.6% male.

Is Odessa expensive to live in?

Odessa 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 $77,803, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% 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 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Odessa?

Odessa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.1 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Odessa?

The job market in Odessa faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 17.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Odessa?

The median home value in Odessa is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Odessa?

5.6% of adults in Odessa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Odessa?

The obesity rate in Odessa 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 Odessa?

The average commute in Odessa is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Odessa?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Odessa is 100% White. 95.5% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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