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Watson, SK

Saskatchewan

Watson is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 707. Residents earn $64,000 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
707 Population 619/sq mi density
$64,000 Median Income $40,600 per capita
$140,000 Home Value
$690 Median Rent 15.2% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 305 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
$64,000 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,000 home value, $690/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,000
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $690
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population707
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density619/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,000
Per Capita$40,600
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty12.4%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,000
Rent$690
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units335
Rent Burden15.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,795 ft (547 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+44.3%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Watson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Watson receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Watson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Watson is $64,000, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Watson is $140,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Watson 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 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Watson has a population of 707 with a density of 619 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 (90.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.2% Asian.

Population

707
Total Population
619
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Watson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
89% below US avg
Other Languages7.1%

Social Characteristics

Watson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Watson is $64,000, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Watson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,000
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Watson is $140,000, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below US avg
Rent Burden15.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%
Renter-Occupied25.4%
Housing Units335

Property Tax

In Watson, 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: Watson 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

Watson has an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. The area enjoys 305 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 Average34.7°F
36% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,795 ft (547 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density619/sq mi
Coordinates52.1294°N, 104.5236°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+44.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density619/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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