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Spiritwood, SK

Saskatchewan

Spiritwood is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 966. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
966 Population 861/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $46,000 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$608 Median Rent 15.7% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $608/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $608
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population966
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density861/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$46,000
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty16.8%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$608
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units445
Rent Burden15.7%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,946 ft (593 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+31.3%
Graduate+3.8%

Community

Commute17 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Spiritwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spiritwood receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Spiritwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spiritwood is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spiritwood is $174,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $608 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.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Spiritwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Spiritwood has a population of 966 with a density of 861 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 11.4% Asian.

Population

966
Total Population
861
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Spiritwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.8%
2% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg
Other Languages16.1%

Social Characteristics

Spiritwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spiritwood is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Spiritwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Spiritwood is $174,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $608 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$608
48% below US avg
Rent Burden15.7%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.3%
Renter-Occupied16.9%
Housing Units445

Property Tax

In Spiritwood, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spiritwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Spiritwood has an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.8 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,946 ft (593 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density861/sq mi
Coordinates53.3652°N, 107.5175°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+31.3%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density861/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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