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Wakaw, SK

Saskatchewan

Wakaw is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 978. Residents earn $55,600 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
978 Population 820/sq mi density
$55,600 Median Income $36,300 per capita
$170,000 Home Value
$680 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 307 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$55,600 median income, 14.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $680/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,600
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.0%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population978
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density820/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,600
Per Capita$36,300
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty21.0%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$680
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units420
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+34.8%
Graduate+1.5%

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Wakaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wakaw receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wakaw has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wakaw is $55,600, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wakaw is $170,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.8% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wakaw has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Wakaw has a population of 978 with a density of 820 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 6.1% Asian.

Population

978
Total Population
2021 Census
820
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wakaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.7%
7% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg
Other Languages13.3%

Social Characteristics

Wakaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wakaw is $55,600, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Wakaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,600
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.0%
69% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wakaw is $170,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%
Renter-Occupied22.6%
Housing Units420

Property Tax

In Wakaw, 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: Wakaw 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

Wakaw has an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.1 inches. The area enjoys 307 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average34.6°F
36% below US avg
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,683 ft (513 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density820/sq mi
Coordinates52.6501°N, 105.7344°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+34.8%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density820/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Nearby Cities

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