Waterhen 130, SK — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $52,000

31% lower than US avg

Home Value $231,833

18% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.0%

88% lower than US avg

Median Rent $840

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.2%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 25.5%

608% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 33.6%

171% higher than US avg

How Waterhen 130 Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population728

Median Age25.0 yrs

Density24/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

Median Income$52,000

Per Capita$26,100

Unemployment25.5%

Poverty33.6%

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$231,833

Rent$840

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units220

Health

Obesity26.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking8.9%

Depression4.1%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)

AQI27 (Good)

Rain17.2 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation1,555 ft (474 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.0%

High School+32.3%

Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min

Broadband94.0%

Is Waterhen 130 a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waterhen 130 receives an overall livability score of 2.4 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. Waterhen 130 has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waterhen 130 is $52,000, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 25.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waterhen 130 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. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Waterhen 130 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Waterhen 130 has a population of 728 with a density of 24 people per square mile, spread across 30.2 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 70.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

728

Total Population

People / sq mi

25.0yrs

Median Age

36% below US avg

30.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%

Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Waterhen 130 vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	70.6%
	10% below US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Other Languages	29.5%

Social Characteristics

Waterhen 130 vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waterhen 130 is $52,000, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,100 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 25.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waterhen 130 vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,000
	31% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,100

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	25.5%
	608% above US avg
Poverty Rate	33.6%
	171% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.5 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	5.9%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Waterhen 130 is $231,833, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 220 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	6.8%
Renter-Occupied	4.6%
Housing Units	220

Property Tax

In Waterhen 130, 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: Waterhen 130 vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.2%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	5.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Waterhen 130 has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average -1°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°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 3.4 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 1,555 feet.

Temperature

-1°F Jan (-18°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	33.9°F
	37% below US avg
January Average	-1°F (-18°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	17.2 inches
	55% below US avg
Snowfall	3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	27.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.5%

Geography

Elevation	1,555 ft (474 m)
Area	30.2 sq mi (78.1 km²)
Population Density	24/sq mi
Coordinates	54.4460°N, 108.3900°W
Timezone	America/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-1°F (-18°C)	0.7 in	Coldest
February	7°F (-14°C)	0.5 in	Driest
March	19°F (-7°C)	0.7 in
April	37°F (3°C)	1.0 in
May	50°F (10°C)	1.8 in
June	58°F (15°C)	2.6 in
July	63°F (17°C)	3.1 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	61°F (16°C)	2.5 in
September	50°F (10°C)	1.8 in
October	39°F (4°C)	0.9 in
November	20°F (-7°C)	0.8 in
December	4°F (-15°C)	0.8 in

Waterhen 130 has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F — from -1°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (0.5").

4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% 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. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 5.9% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.0%
	88% below US avg
High School+	32.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	24/sq mi
Total Area	30.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.5 min
Drive Alone	76.5%
Public Transit	5.9%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterhen 130

What is the population of Waterhen 130?

Waterhen 130 has a population of 728 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 30.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Waterhen 130 expensive to live in?

Waterhen 130 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 $52,000, 31% below 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 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Waterhen 130?

Waterhen 130 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 63°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 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Waterhen 130?

The job market in Waterhen 130 faces challenges, with unemployment at 25.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waterhen 130?

The median home value in Waterhen 130 is $231,833. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Waterhen 130?

4.0% of adults in Waterhen 130 hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Waterhen 130?

The obesity rate in Waterhen 130 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 Waterhen 130?

The average commute in Waterhen 130 is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.5% of workers drive alone to work, 5.9% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waterhen 130?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waterhen 130 is 99.3% White. 70.6% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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