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Regina, SK

Saskatchewan

Regina is a large city in Saskatchewan with a population of 226,404. Residents earn $88,000 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
226,404 Population 3,279/sq mi density
$88,000 Median Income $54,850 per capita
$340,000 Home Value
$1,150 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
130 Violent Crime/100K 89 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$88,000 median income, 9.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$340,000 home value, $1,150/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
130 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,000
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $340,000
21% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 130/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population226,404
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density3,279/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

B
Median Income$88,000
Per Capita$54,850
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty10.8%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$340,000
Rent$1,150
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92,130
Rent Burden19.3%

Crime

F
Violent130/100K
Property89/100K
Murder2.3/100K

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+31.5%
Graduate+7.1%

Community

Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Regina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Regina receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Regina has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Regina is $88,000, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Regina is $340,000, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Regina is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 89 per 100,000, 95% below the national average.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Regina has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches, including 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Regina has a population of 226,404 with a density of 3,279 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.3%), with 4.4% Black, 18.6% Asian.

Population

226,404
Total Population
2021 Census
3,279
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
69.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Regina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.9%
2% below US avg
Spanish1.0%
92% below US avg
Other Languages22.1%

Social Characteristics

Regina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Regina is $88,000, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Regina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,000
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,850

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit3.6%
Work from Home25.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Regina is $340,000, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$340,000
21% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Renter-Occupied33.6%
Housing Units92,130

Property Tax

In Regina, 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: Regina 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

Regina has a violent crime rate of 130 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 89 per 100,000 (95% below US avg). The murder rate is 2.3 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Regina vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent129.5/100K
66% below US avg
Murder2.3/100K
64% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property89.5/100K
95% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Regina has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.6 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall42.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Area69.0 sq mi (178.8 km²)
Population Density3,279/sq mi
Coordinates50.4501°N, 104.6178°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+31.5%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,279/sq mi
Total Area69.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit3.6%
Work from Home25.6%

Nearby Cities

North Central, SK 9,085 pop · 0.7 mi Centre Square, SK 3,565 pop · 0.7 mi Cathedral, SK 7,250 pop · 0.7 mi Heritage, SK 4,825 pop · 0.8 mi Gladmer Park, SK 2,005 pop · 1.2 mi Lakeview, SK 7,525 pop · 1.3 mi Al Ritchie, SK 7,890 pop · 1.5 mi Eastview, SK 1,930 pop · 1.6 mi McNab, SK 1,280 pop · 1.9 mi Northeast Regina, SK 7,260 pop · 1.9 mi Coronation Park, SK 7,235 pop · 2.0 mi Regent Park, SK 2,865 pop · 2.0 mi Hillsdale, SK 6,745 pop · 2.1 mi Rosemont-Mount Royal, SK 8,760 pop · 2.2 mi
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