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Riverhurst, SK

Saskatchewan

Riverhurst is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 152. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
152 Population 390/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 311 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population152
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female53% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.9%
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$840
Ownership80.0%
Housing Units75
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain13.6 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+29.2%
Graduate+8.3%

Community

Commute12 min

Is Riverhurst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverhurst receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, an elevated poverty rate. Riverhurst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverhurst is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverhurst 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.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Riverhurst has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches.

Riverhurst has a population of 152 with a density of 390 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 53.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 73.3% of residents.

Population

152
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverhurst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 73.3%
7% below US avg
Spanish 3.3%
75% below US avg
Other Languages 23.3%

Social Characteristics

Riverhurst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverhurst 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 average weekly wage is $887, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 40.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Riverhurst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,803
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,146
Avg Weekly Wage$887

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.6 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverhurst is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 75 total housing units in the city. 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. 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
Rent Burden28.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units75

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, Riverhurst receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Riverhurst 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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Riverhurst has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,965 feet.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates50.9019°N, 106.8692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.6"
64% below US avg
Snowfall 2.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.60"
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 M3.1 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 65°F (19°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 0.5 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.7 in

Riverhurst has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 6°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.5").

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16.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school. 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 60% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
51% below US avg
High School+29.2%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.6 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.0%

Hotels in Riverhurst

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mainstay Inn Resort & Restaurant

Airports Near Riverhurst

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Central Butte Airport—Small Airport
Dinsmore Airport—Small Airport
Elbow Airstrip—Small Airport
Hanley Airport—Small Airport
Lucky Lake Airport—Small Airport
Outlook (South) Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Riverhurst

What is the population of Riverhurst?

Riverhurst has a population of 152 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 390 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50% female and 53.3% male.

Is Riverhurst expensive to live in?

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.

Is Riverhurst safe?

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

What is the weather like in Riverhurst?

Riverhurst has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.6 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Riverhurst?

The unemployment rate in Riverhurst is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $887. There are 5 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 40.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Riverhurst?

The median home value in Riverhurst is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 80.0%.

How are the schools in Riverhurst?

16.7% of adults in Riverhurst hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.2% have completed high school. 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Riverhurst?

The average commute in Riverhurst is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 60% of workers drive alone to work, and 40.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Riverhurst?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Riverhurst is 100% White. 73.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish.

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