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Snipe Lake No. 259, SK

Saskatchewan

Snipe Lake No. 259 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 410. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
410 Population 1/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $60,400 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

How Snipe Lake No. 259 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population410
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$60,400
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty10.4%
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$840
Ownership94.4%
Housing Units180
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+28.8%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute13 min

Is Snipe Lake No. 259 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Snipe Lake No. 259 receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Snipe Lake No. 259 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snipe Lake No. 259 is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average / 33% above $75,149. This places Snipe Lake No. 259 among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snipe Lake No. 259 is $250,000, 11% 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 2.5x 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

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Snipe Lake No. 259 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches.

Snipe Lake No. 259 has a population of 410 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 623.9 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.6% female and 52.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents.

Population

410
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
623.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Snipe Lake No. 259 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 3.7%

Social Characteristics

Snipe Lake No. 259 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snipe Lake No. 259 is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,162, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 13 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 127.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Snipe Lake No. 259 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,400
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)13

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home127.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Snipe Lake No. 259 is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 94.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 180 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.4%
Owner-Occupied94.4%
Renter-Occupied5.6%
Housing Units180

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, Snipe Lake No. 259 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Snipe Lake No. 259 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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Snipe Lake No. 259 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 314 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 12.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Area623.9 sq mi (1,615.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates51.1652°N, 108.8928°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.1"
68% below US avg
Snowfall 2.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
April 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.5 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.5 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.6 in

Snipe Lake No. 259 has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 7°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (0.4").

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6.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 28.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+28.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area623.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home127.3%

Radio Stations near Snipe Lake No. 259

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKVX-FM 104.9 "Country 104" Kindersley, SK country music AAC+ 63 kbps

Museums in Snipe Lake No. 259

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Prairie West Historical Society

Airports Near Snipe Lake No. 259

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kindersley AirportYKYMedium Airport
Cabri AirportSmall Airport
Eatonia (Elvie Smith) Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Eston AirportSmall Airport
Leader AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Snipe Lake No. 259

What is the population of Snipe Lake No. 259?

Snipe Lake No. 259 has a population of 410 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 623.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.6% female and 52.4% male.

Is Snipe Lake No. 259 expensive to live in?

The median household income is $100,000, 33% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Snipe Lake No. 259 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Snipe Lake No. 259 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Snipe Lake No. 259?

Snipe Lake No. 259 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Snipe Lake No. 259?

The unemployment rate in Snipe Lake No. 259 is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,162. There are 13 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 127.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Snipe Lake No. 259?

The median home value in Snipe Lake No. 259 is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 94.4%.

How are the schools in Snipe Lake No. 259?

6.1% of adults in Snipe Lake No. 259 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Snipe Lake No. 259?

The average commute in Snipe Lake No. 259 is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 127.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Snipe Lake No. 259?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Snipe Lake No. 259 is 100% White. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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