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Qu'Appelle, SK

Saskatchewan

Qu'Appelle is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 625. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
625 Population 417/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $49,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$600 Median Rent 13.2% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $600/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

How Qu'Appelle Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population625
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$49,800
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty17.2%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units270
Rent Burden13.2%

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
Elevation2,146 ft (654 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+23.4%
Graduate+2.1%

Community

Commute38 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Qu'Appelle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Qu'Appelle receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Qu'Appelle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Qu'Appelle is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Qu'Appelle is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Qu'Appelle 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.

Qu'Appelle has a population of 625 with a density of 417 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

625
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Qu'Appelle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg
Other Languages3.2%

Social Characteristics

Qu'Appelle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Qu'Appelle is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Qu'Appelle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.2 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Qu'Appelle is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden13.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units270

Property Tax

In Qu'Appelle, 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: Qu'Appelle 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

Qu'Appelle has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.1 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.2°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
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,146 ft (654 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates50.5414°N, 103.8779°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+23.4%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.2 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.6%

Nearby Cities

South Qu'Appelle No. 157, SK 1,231 pop · 1.1 mi Indian Head, SK 1,902 pop · 9.2 mi Fort Qu'Appelle, SK 1,972 pop · 15.9 mi Edenwold No. 158, SK 4,466 pop · 17.6 mi Balgonie, SK 1,756 pop · 17.6 mi White City, SK 3,702 pop · 22.8 mi Pilot Butte, SK 2,638 pop · 24.2 mi Arcola East, SK 33,725 pop · 29.9 mi Dewdney East, SK 18,715 pop · 30.0 mi Boothill, SK 2,915 pop · 31.4 mi Eastview, SK 1,930 pop · 31.7 mi Al Ritchie, SK 7,890 pop · 31.8 mi Uplands, SK 5,270 pop · 32.2 mi Northeast Regina, SK 7,260 pop · 32.3 mi
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