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Wapella, SK

Saskatchewan

Wapella is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 278. Residents earn $102,000 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
278 Population 274/sq mi density
$102,000 Median Income $60,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$102,000 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,000
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population278
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female49% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$102,000
Per Capita$60,800
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty10.0%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,946 ft (593 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+52.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute31 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Wapella a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wapella receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wapella offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wapella is $102,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Wapella among higher-income communities. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wapella is $200,000, 29% 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 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Wapella has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Wapella has a population of 278 with a density of 274 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

278
Total Population
274
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wapella vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages1.8%

Social Characteristics

Wapella vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wapella is $102,000, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% 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 31 minutes. 16.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Wapella vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,000
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wapella is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 110 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 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units110

Property Tax

In Wapella, 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: Wapella 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

Wapella has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 303 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 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 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 1,946 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below US avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,946 ft (593 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates50.2628°N, 101.9717°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 0.9 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
October 40°F (5°C) 1.1 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 0.8 in

Wapella has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from 2°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.6").

7.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% 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. 91.7% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+52.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Wapella

What is the population of Wapella?

Wapella has a population of 278 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 274 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 52.7% female and 49.1% male.

Is Wapella expensive to live in?

Wapella 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 $102,000, 36% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% 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 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Wapella?

Wapella has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Wapella?

The job market in Wapella faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 16.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wapella?

The median home value in Wapella is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Wapella?

7.1% of adults in Wapella hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wapella?

The obesity rate in Wapella 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 Wapella?

The average commute in Wapella is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wapella?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wapella is 100% White. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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