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Waldeck, SK

Saskatchewan

Waldeck is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 294. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
294 Population 382/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $54,400 per capita
$186,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 309 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $186,000
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population294
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density382/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$54,400
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty8.0%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+19.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute18 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Waldeck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waldeck receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Waldeck offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waldeck is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waldeck is $186,000, 34% 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 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Waldeck has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Waldeck has a population of 294 with a density of 382 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

294
Total Population
2021 Census
382
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Waldeck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages5.1%

Social Characteristics

Waldeck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waldeck is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 27.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waldeck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Waldeck is $186,000, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 125 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 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,000
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units125

Property Tax

In Waldeck, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Waldeck 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

Waldeck has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 309 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 15.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,375 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation2,375 ft (724 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density382/sq mi
Coordinates50.3668°N, 107.6013°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-13°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
October 42°F (6°C) 0.7 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.6 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.8 in

Waldeck has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F — from 8°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.5").

6.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 95.5% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+19.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density382/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Waldeck

What is the population of Waldeck?

Waldeck has a population of 294 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 382 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.9% male.

Is Waldeck expensive to live in?

Waldeck is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $80,000, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,000 (34% 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 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Waldeck?

Waldeck 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 65°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Waldeck?

The unemployment rate in Waldeck is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 27.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waldeck?

The median home value in Waldeck is $186,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Waldeck?

6.4% of adults in Waldeck hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Waldeck?

The obesity rate in Waldeck is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Waldeck?

The average commute in Waldeck is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 95.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waldeck?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waldeck is 100% White. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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