Median Income
$85,000
13% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
143/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,150
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
8.7%
142% higher than US avg
How Saskatoon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population266,141
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density3,043/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
B
Median Income$85,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment8.7%
PovertyN/A
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,150
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107,050
Rent Burden22.1%
Crime
F
Violent143/100K
Property93/100K
Climate
Avg Temp39°F
AQIN/A
Rain14.2 in/yr
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+29.6%
Graduate+8.6%
Is Saskatoon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Saskatoon receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Saskatoon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Saskatoon is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month.
Safety & Crime
Saskatoon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 143 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 93 per 100,000, 95% below the national average.
Education
20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.6% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Saskatoon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow.
Saskatoon has a population of 266,141 with a density of 3,043 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.3%), with 3.2% Black, 17.9% Asian.
Population
266,141
Total Population
2021 Census
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Saskatoon vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 75.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Other Languages | 23.1% |
Social Characteristics
Saskatoon vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Saskatoon is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Saskatoon vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,000 |
| 13% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.7% |
| 142% above US avg |
| |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.6% |
| Public Transit | 3.4% |
| Work from Home | 20.7% |
Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,150 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.1% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 64.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.1% |
| Housing Units | 107,050 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Saskatoon vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Saskatoon has a violent crime rate of 143 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 93 per 100,000 (95% below US avg).
Crime Rates: Saskatoon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 142.5/100K |
| 62% below US avg |
| |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 93.3/100K |
| 95% below US avg |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Saskatoon has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.2 inches.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 38.6°F |
| 29% below US avg |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.2 inches |
| 63% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.1 inches/yr |
Geography
| Area | 87.5 sq mi (226.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,043/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.1324°N, 106.6689°W |
| Timezone | America/Regina |