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Star City, SK

Saskatchewan

Star City is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 374. Residents earn $60,400 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
374 Population 1,381/sq mi density
$60,400 Median Income $37,600 per capita
$105,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
34°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$60,400 median income, 13.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,400
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.5%
275% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population374
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density1,381/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,400
Per Capita$37,600
Unemployment13.5%
Poverty20.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,000
Rent$900
Ownership77.8%
Housing Units180
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,552 ft (473 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+31.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Star City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Star City receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Star City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Star City is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Star City is $105,000, 63% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x 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

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Star City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches.

Star City has a population of 374 with a density of 1,381 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.3% of residents.

Population

374
Total Population
1,381
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Star City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages 1.3%

Social Characteristics

Star City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Star City is $60,400, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,600. The average weekly wage is $723, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Star City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,400
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,600
Avg Weekly Wage$723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.5%
275% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Star City is $105,000, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 77.8% 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 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,000
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.8%
Owner-Occupied77.8%
Renter-Occupied22.2%
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, Star City receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Star City 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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Star City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 305 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 17.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,552 feet.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-19°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below US avg
January Average-1°F (-19°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,552 ft (473 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,381/sq mi
Coordinates52.8635°N, 104.3326°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.2"
55% below US avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -1°F (-19°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 0.7 in
April 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
December 4°F (-16°C) 0.9 in

Star City has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from -1°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.6").

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3.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 90% below the national average of 33.7%. 31.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 96.8% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+31.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,381/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Radio Stations near Star City

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKJH "Beach Radio 750" Melfort, SK 1980s hits, 1990s hits AAC+ 48 kbps
CJVR-FM 105.1 Melfort, 100.3 Humboldt, 106.3 Waskesiu, SK country AAC+ 48 kbps

Airports Near Star City

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nipawin Airport—Medium Airport
Arborfield Airport—Small Airport
Melfort Airport—Small Airport
Naicam Airport—Small Airport
St. Brieux Airport—Small Airport
Tisdale AirportYTTSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Star City

What is the population of Star City?

Star City has a population of 374 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 1,381 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48% female and 50.7% male.

Is Star City expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,400, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,000 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Star City safe?

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

What is the weather like in Star City?

Star City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average -1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Star City?

The job market in Star City faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $723. There are 12 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 6.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Star City?

The median home value in Star City is $105,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 77.8%.

How are the schools in Star City?

3.3% of adults in Star City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Star City?

The average commute in Star City is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 96.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Star City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Star City is 97.3% White. 97.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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