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Rush Lake, SK

Saskatchewan

Rush Lake is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 55. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
55 Population 205/sq mi density
$77,803 Median Income $46,146 per capita
$231,833 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
39°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
3.5 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,833 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,803
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,833
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% 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 Rush Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population55
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female64% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty16.9%
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,833
Rent$840
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units35
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation2,379 ft (725 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+40.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute9 min

Is Rush Lake a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rush Lake 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 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rush Lake is $231,833, 18% 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 3x 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

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rush Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches.

Rush Lake has a population of 55 with a density of 205 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.5% female and 63.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

55
Total Population
2021 Census
205
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.6%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rush Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rush Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rush Lake 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 2 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rush Lake 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)2

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rush Lake is $231,833, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 35 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 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,833
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units35

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, Rush Lake receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Rush Lake 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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Rush Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,379 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,379 ft (725 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates50.4001°N, 107.4013°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below US avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.7 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.5 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.8 in

Rush Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 8°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+40.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Radio Stations near Rush Lake

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKFI-FM "Magic 97.1" Swift Current, SK hot adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
CIMG-FM "The Eagle 94.1" Swift Current, SK classic hits AAC+ 63 kbps
CKSW 570 Swift Current, SK country AAC+ 64 kbps

Airports Near Rush Lake

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Swift Current AirportYYNMedium Airport
Kyle Airport—Small Airport
Lucky Lake Airport—Small Airport
Poverty Valley Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rush Lake

What is the population of Rush Lake?

Rush Lake has a population of 55 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 205 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.5% female and 63.6% male.

Is Rush Lake expensive to live in?

The median household income is $77,803, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,833 (18% 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 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rush Lake safe?

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

What is the weather like in Rush Lake?

Rush Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rush Lake?

The unemployment rate in Rush Lake 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 2 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 9 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rush Lake?

The median home value in Rush Lake is $231,833. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Rush Lake?

0.0% of adults in Rush Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Rush Lake?

The average commute in Rush Lake is 9 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rush Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rush Lake is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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