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Ogema, SK

Saskatchewan

Ogema is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 383. Residents earn $62,400 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
383 Population 744/sq mi density
$62,400 Median Income $33,200 per capita
$150,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 309 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$62,400 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $705/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,400
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population383
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density744/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,400
Per Capita$33,200
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty14.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units145
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation2,385 ft (727 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+32.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Ogema a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ogema receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Ogema offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ogema is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ogema is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ogema has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Ogema has a population of 383 with a density of 744 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (61.8%), with 34.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 70.1% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

383
Total Population
744
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Ogema vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.1%
11% below US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages29.9%

Social Characteristics

Ogema vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ogema is $62,400, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ogema vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,400
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ogema is $150,000, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below the national average of $1,163). There are 145 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%
Renter-Occupied24.1%
Housing Units145

Property Tax

In Ogema, 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: Ogema 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

Ogema has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 309 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 15.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 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 2,385 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,385 ft (727 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density744/sq mi
Coordinates49.5734°N, 104.9148°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
April 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 1.6 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 44°F (6°C) 0.8 in
November 26°F (-4°C) 0.5 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.6 in

Ogema has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F — from 7°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.4").

16.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.8% 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. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+32.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density744/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Ogema

What is the population of Ogema?

Ogema has a population of 383 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 744 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48.1% male.

Is Ogema expensive to live in?

Ogema 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 $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,000 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ogema?

Ogema has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.1 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Ogema?

The unemployment rate in Ogema is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ogema?

The median home value in Ogema is $150,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $705.

How are the schools in Ogema?

16.4% of adults in Ogema hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ogema?

The obesity rate in Ogema 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 Ogema?

The average commute in Ogema is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ogema?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ogema is 61.8% White, 34.2% Asian. 70.1% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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