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Rosthern, SK

Saskatchewan

Rosthern is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 1,602. Residents earn $74,000 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,602 Population 1,002/sq mi density
$74,000 Median Income $43,000 per capita
$234,000 Home Value
$860 Median Rent 17.2% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$74,000 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$234,000 home value, $860/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,000
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $234,000
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,602
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density1,002/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,000
Per Capita$43,000
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty12.7%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$234,000
Rent$860
Ownership78.9%
Housing Units640
Rent Burden17.2%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,673 ft (510 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+33.3%
Graduate+3.5%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Rosthern a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosthern receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Rosthern offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosthern is $74,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosthern is $234,000, 17% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

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

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rosthern has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches.

Rosthern has a population of 1,602 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 1.3% Black, 8.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 79.7% of residents.

Population

1,602
Total Population
2021 Census
1,002
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosthern vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 79.7%
2% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
91% below US avg
Other Languages 19.1%

Social Characteristics

Rosthern vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosthern is $74,000, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,000. The average weekly wage is $827, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 50 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rosthern vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$74,000
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,000
Avg Weekly Wage$827

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosthern is $234,000, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 78.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 640 total housing units in the city. 17.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,000
17% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden17.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.9%
Owner-Occupied78.9%
Renter-Occupied21.1%
Housing Units640

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, Rosthern receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rosthern 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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Rosthern has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 306 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 16.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,673 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.0°F
35% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,673 ft (510 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Coordinates52.6668°N, 106.3345°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.5"
57% below US avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

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 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in
April 38°F (4°C) 1.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
December 7°F (-14°C) 0.8 in

Rosthern has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 1°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.5").

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12.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+33.3%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,002/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Museums in Rosthern

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Batoche National Historic Site
Duck Lake Regional Interpretive Center
Indian Agent's House in "The Agency"
Musée du lieu national historique de Batoche

Airports Near Rosthern

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International AirportYXELarge Airport
Prince Albert Glass FieldYPAMedium Airport
Clayton Air 1 Airport-Small Airport
Combine World Field-Small Airport
Corman Air Park-Small Airport
Cudworth Airport-Small Airport
Cudworth Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Leask Airport-Small Airport
Saskatoon/Richter Field Airport-Small Airport
Shellbrook Airport-Small Airport
Wakaw Airport-Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rosthern

What is the population of Rosthern?

Rosthern has a population of 1,602 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,002 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Rosthern expensive to live in?

The median household income is $74,000, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $234,000 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rosthern safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rosthern?

Rosthern has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rosthern?

The unemployment rate in Rosthern is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $827. There are 50 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 7.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rosthern?

The median home value in Rosthern is $234,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $860. The homeownership rate is 78.9%.

How are the schools in Rosthern?

12.9% of adults in Rosthern hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.3% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rosthern?

The average commute in Rosthern is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rosthern?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rosthern is 88.6% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 8.8% Asian. 79.7% of residents speak only English at home.

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