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Val Marie No. 17, SK

Saskatchewan

Val Marie No. 17 is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 425. Residents earn $77,803 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
425 Population 0/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 312 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$77,803 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,833 home value, $840/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% 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+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

How Val Marie No. 17 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population425
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female51% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,803
Per Capita$46,146
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty16.9%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,833
Rent$840
Ownership84.2%
Housing Units95
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation2,890 ft (881 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+42.9%
Graduate+5.7%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Val Marie No. 17 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Val Marie No. 17 receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Val Marie No. 17 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Val Marie No. 17 is $77,803, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% 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 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Val Marie No. 17 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

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Val Marie No. 17 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches.

Val Marie No. 17 has a population of 425 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,181.2 square miles. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 50.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 49.4% of residents.

Population

425
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1,181.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Val Marie No. 17 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 49.4%
37% below US avg
Spanish 2.4%
82% below US avg
Other Languages 48.2%

Social Characteristics

Val Marie No. 17 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Val Marie No. 17 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 6.5% (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 13 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 123.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Val Marie No. 17 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

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)13

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home123.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Val Marie No. 17 is $231,833, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 84.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 95 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

Homeownership84.2%
Owner-Occupied84.2%
Renter-Occupied15.8%
Housing Units95

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, Val Marie No. 17 receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Val Marie No. 17 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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Val Marie No. 17 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 312 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 13.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,890 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.4°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,890 ft (881 m)
Area1,181.2 sq mi (3,059.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates49.2715°N, 107.8311°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.5"
64% below US avg
Snowfall 2.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 10, 2021.

Jul 10, 2021 24 km SSE of Malta, Montana M2.7 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KATHRYN (3,971 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 KATHRYN 3,971 98 km
2008 EAST UNIT CHARLIE 1,911 95 km
2002 WHITEWATER 1,755 71 km
2022 MTBWR-FY22-RX 1,500 96 km
2005 BORDER 1,409 58 km
2010 EAST BOWDOIN SU E F 1,236 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
April 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.2 in
October 43°F (6°C) 0.7 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
December 13°F (-10°C) 0.5 in

Val Marie No. 17 has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 8°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.4").

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14.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 42.9% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 100% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+42.9%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area1,181.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home123.1%

Libraries in Val Marie No. 17

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library0.0

Airports Near Val Marie No. 17

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Frontier Airport—Small Airport
Shaunavon Airport—Small Airport
Turner Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Val Marie No. 17

What is the population of Val Marie No. 17?

Val Marie No. 17 has a population of 425 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,181.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.8 years. The population is 48.2% female and 50.6% male.

Is Val Marie No. 17 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 Val Marie No. 17 safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Val Marie No. 17 receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Val Marie No. 17?

Val Marie No. 17 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 66°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.5 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Val Marie No. 17?

The unemployment rate in Val Marie No. 17 is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $887. There are 13 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 123.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Val Marie No. 17?

The median home value in Val Marie No. 17 is $231,833. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840. The homeownership rate is 84.2%.

How are the schools in Val Marie No. 17?

14.3% of adults in Val Marie No. 17 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.9% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Val Marie No. 17?

The average commute in Val Marie No. 17 is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 123.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Val Marie No. 17?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Val Marie No. 17 is 100% White. 49.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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